Category Archives: Club Announcements

Changes to the Laws of the Game

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A number of changes have come into effect as of 1st July 2025

 Law 12 – Fouls and Misconduct – A corner kick is awarded if a goalkeeper, inside their penalty area, controls the ball with their hand(s)/arm(s) for more than eight seconds before releasing it. The referee will decide when the goalkeeper has control of the ball and the eight seconds begin and will visually count down the last five seconds with a raised hand.

Law 3 – The Players – The FAI is committed to reinforcing the ‘Only the Captain’ policy at all levels of the game. Normal interactions between players and the referee are allowed and remain important.

  • Players showing dissent by word or action will be cautioned
  • Key decisions will be explained to the captain: [Penalty area decisions/ Red cards/ Serious Foul Play/ Goal Decisions]. The captain must approach the referee and engage in a respectful manner.

Pre-Season Training

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In the ETB (VEC) Sportsgrounds Terenure, every Tuesday & Thursday from 6.45pm to 8.00pm.

PRIVATE Grounds – Excellent facilities!
Map/Directions at end of page.

NEW TALENTED PLAYERS ALWAYS WELCOME!

VEC FC are always on the look-out for talented new players. If you are interested, then contact Richie at 087-6760870 or e-mail: sec@vecfc.ie

We Say Goodbye to Jeff

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Jefferson De Castro who is returning shortly to his native country, played his last game for VEC today, captaining his team to an impressive 5-3 win against Glasnsion FC. Jeff has been such a valuable member of VEC teams over the past 6 seasons, playing in 106 games and scoring 11 goals along the way. He never let us down on the pitch with his calm attitude and his tremendous zest for the game as it should be played. He was consistent, reliable, dependable and strong, with great balance and superb close control. It was a privilege and a pleasure knowing him and we will miss his unique skills which added so much to our team. Wishing you all the best for your future Jeff. Desejamos-lhe tudo de bom para o future. Jeff’s ‘career’ with VEC FC: https://vecfc.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1-Bio-JdC.pdf

Return of Willie’s Boot

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Following Willie Kissane’s untimely death in 1997 at the age of 36, a magnificent trophy was specially commissioned by VEC FC. Willie had played 160 games for VEC and scored 56 goals! His football boot, which was painted in bronze, was presented to the club by Willie’s wife, Susan. The Club then organised the 8-team annual Invitational Willie Kissane Tournament in each of the 20 years from 1998-2017 in Willie’s memory. Then on a sentimental day in August 2017, after the 20th and final Tournament took place, it was decided to return the Trophy to his family. The picture shows Noel Ryan – on behalf of the Club – presenting Willie’s father-in-law Eddie Power with Willie’s Boot. [See list of winners here]

Peter O’Donoghue Wins Pickawinner

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Former VEC player Peter O’Donoghue with 59 pts. wins €700!

Alan Burns finished 2nd on 57 pts. and takes home €200. Michael Curtin & Patrick Meghen both finished on 55.5 pts. and share 3rd prize: they receive €50 each. Congratulations to you all and well played. Check out the final Leaderboard!

Thanks to everyone for your participation. We’ll be back!

The Pickawinner Team, on behalf of VEC Football Club.

Players-of-the-Year

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At the VEC Awards night in Brady’s Terenure, Neill Love was selected by his peers as VEC first team player-of-the-year, while Paddy Cook was the VEC 2nd’s player-of-the-year. Paddy was also the Club’s top goal scorer for the second season in a row. Congratulations Neill & Paddy! More here.