Summary

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  • Opening game in 2022 Centenary Shield - all games live on BBC between 3 March and 21 April

  • Tournament sees England, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Scotland and Wales' under-18 schoolboys compete

  • Last year's tournament was postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic

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  1. What is the Centenary Shield?

    The Centenary Shield was first contested in 1973 and is a competitive international competition between under-18 schoolboys.

    England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland all play each other in a round-robin format and the team with the most points at the end of the tournament will win the trophy.

    England last lifted the trophy back in 2017, while Northern Ireland were winners in the 2018-19 season. The tournament is returning after an enforced break due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

  2. Quiz: Name the players who have made it after playing for England U18s schools

    Among the players who have represented England in this tournament and then gone onto bigger things are:

    - A former midfielder who won the Premier League title at Blackburn

    - A much-travelled forward who scored Blackpool's first ever Premier League goal

    - A former Norwich defender who went on to play international football for Scotland before becoming a manager

    Think you can name those three and seven others?

    Have a go.

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  3. How can I watch the 2022 Centenary Shield?

    All times are GMT and subject to change

    BBC iPlayer

    All 10 games in the 2022 Centenary Shield will be broadcast live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website and app. Coverage will be available worldwide.

    Each match will also be available to catch up on for 30 days too.

    When is each game?

    3 March - Scotland v Northern Ireland (18:50-21:00)

    10 March - Northern Ireland v Wales (18:50-21:00)

    17 March - Republic of Ireland v Scotland (18:50-21:00)

    25 March - Northern Ireland v England (18:50-21:00)

    31 March - Republic of Ireland v Northern Ireland (18:50-21:00)

    1 April - England v Scotland (18:50-21:00)

    7 April - Scotland v Wales (18:50-21:00)

    8 April - England v Republic of Ireland (18:50-21:00)

    14 April - Wales v England (18:50-21:00)

    21 April - Wales v Republic of Ireland (18:50-21:00)

  4. How can I get into football?

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    Why get into football?

    Simple yet endlessly exciting and dramatic, it's the most popular sport in the world for a very good reason!

    Who is it for?

    Whatever your age, ability or fitness level, there is a type of football suitable for you.

    Is there a cheap option?

    All you really need to play the beautiful game is a football. Kick around on your own or with friends.

    What if I want a proper workout?

    Joining a weekly five or 11-a-side game increases your fitness and improves your game. Plus it's a good way to see your mates.

    Can I take it to another level?

    There are leagues galore and it's very competitive, with professional clubs recruiting players as young as seven.

    Is there a disability option?

    National Associations across Britain are increasingly pro-active in providing disability football options.

    Is there a family option?

    Family Fun Days run throughout the year to encourage families to take part in football-related activities.

    So how do I take part?

    Go to our club finder page to get into football near you.