Guernsey football stadium shortlisted for FA award

Guernsey's Victoria Park has been shortlisted for a County FA Recognition Award.

It has taken 10 years for the Victoria Park project to come to fruition.

The 3G pitch and multiple fan stands in St Sampsons make up Guernsey FA's first permanent home.

The gates first opened in March 2025 - since then, it's seen a double murrati success, hat-tricks and passionate crowds.

The ground has now been shortlisted for a County FA Recognition Award.

It sits in the Facility Development category, alongside: Birmingham FA, Kent FA, Devon FA and Northumberland FA.

Guernsey's Lieutenant-Governor Sir Richard Cripwell with GFC mascot Roary at the opening of Victoria Park in March 2025

Guernsey FA CEO, Gary Roberts says it is wonderful to have the recognition.

"The project to build Guernsey’s new ‘Home of Football’, and the opening in March of this year, was the culmination of many years of planning and perseverance and now, not only marks a huge chapter in the island’s football history but also, provides an unrivalled opportunity to develop the game at all levels, and effect positive change."

“This fantastic facility is now the community hub that Guernsey FA is using to drive the game forward, introducing new opportunities, addressing identified needs, sourcing new investment into the game, and continuing to serve the game and wider island community.

"The facility has also been the catalyst to support new career opportunities with additional employees added to the workforce.

"The future for football in the island is exciting, and all at the Guernsey FA are looking forward to ensuring Victoria Park is utilised to achieve our strategic objectives.”

The FA’s Head of Operations for Grassroots Football, Tim Foster, says all the finalists should be proud.

"These awards celebrate the outstanding work taking place across the country to strengthen and grow grassroots football so it continues to thrive in the future.

"Each shortlisted project showcases true innovation and impact, and we are proud to recognise their achievements and celebrate the vital contribution our County FAs make to the game."

The winner will be announced at Wembley Stadium in November.

The Green Lions on the pitch at Victoria Park