Do you cover Football (soccer not American football)?

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Football, meaning soccer rather than American football, is covered as an activity under all AllClear policy tiers. However, personal accident cover does not apply while you are taking part.


What this article helps you do

This article explains how football is covered under Silver, Gold, Gold Plus and Platinum policies.


Applies to

  • Policies: Silver, Gold, Gold Plus and Platinum
  • Activity: Football, meaning soccer rather than American football
  • Trip type: Football must not be the main purpose of your holiday
  • Safety requirements: You must wear appropriate safety equipment and clothing, and take suitable safety precautions

Quick answer

  • Football is listed as a covered amateur sporting and adventure activity.
  • Personal accident cover does not apply while you are taking part in football.
  • Football is not covered as an activity holiday.
  • Football must not be the main purpose of your trip.

What does “activity holiday” mean?

An activity holiday is a trip where the main purpose is to take part in a specific activity.

Football is not covered if the main purpose of your trip is to play football.


Important conditions

When taking part in football, you must:

  • Wear appropriate safety equipment and clothing
  • Take suitable safety precautions for the activity
  • Make sure football is not the main purpose of your holiday

The policy’s general conditions and exclusions also apply.


Related article

See the General exclusions article for more information.


Still need help?

Existing customers: View your policy documents for more information about what is covered.

New customers: Read the policy booklets or view the relevant documents when getting a quote online.

Eligibility requirements, policy terms and exclusions apply. Please refer to your policy documents for full details.

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