THE FA CUP Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, September 21, 2012, a trademark application was filed for THE FA CUP with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the THE FA CUP trademark a serial number of 85735646. The federal status of this trademark filing is CANCELLED - SECTION 8 as of Friday, January 1, 2021. This trademark is owned by The Football Association Limited. The THE FA CUP trademark is filed in the Paper & Printed Material Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Light Beverage Products, Communication Services, and Education & Entertainment Services categories with the following description:

Printed publications, namely, books, newsletters, leaflets, fanzines, magazines, football annuals, newspapers, sticker books and albums in the field of sports; prints in the nature of lithoserigraphs; book binding material; photographs; stationery, namely, writing and drawing instruments, pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, rulers, thumb tacks, paper clips, paper fasteners, document files, file sorters, labels; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials, namely, paint brushes, painting canvas, painting palettes, drawing pens, drawing ink, pastels, crayons and easels; typewriters; printed instructional and teaching material in the field of sports; plastic materials for packaging in the nature of air cushioning materials, plastic film not for commercial or industrial use, plastic bags, plastic sheets for writing, printing and marking; blank travellers checks; banking cards, not magnetically encoded; greeting cards, gift cards, business cards, postcards, and discount...

Clothing, namely, track suits, shirts, sweatshirts, sweaters, T-shirts, shorts, tops, skirts, trousers, dungarees, socks, gloves, ties for wear, scarves, cloth bibs, romper suits, baby sleep suits, anoraks, jackets, rainwear, dressing gowns, pyjamas, boxer shorts, baby boots, belts for wear, braces, wrist bands, swimwear, sports jerseys, polo shirts, cardigans, singlets, suits, vests, warm-up tops, warm-up suits, warm-up pants and trousers, dresses, uniforms, parkas, coats, nightshirts, bath robes, hosiery, mittens, shawls, aprons, bathing suits, bikinis, swim trunks, board shorts, wet suits, beach cover-ups; footwear; headgear, namely, hats, caps, beanies, visors, ear muffs, ear warmers, bandanas, head bands, swim caps, bathing caps

Beers; mineral and aerated waters and other non-alcoholic drinks, namely, sports drinks, soft drinks, energy drinks, lemonade, fruit squashes, namely, lemon, lime, blackcurrant, orange; non-alcoholic cordials, soda water, tonic water and vegetable juices; fruit drinks and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages, namely, concentrates and powders used in the preparation of tea flavored beverages, fruit drinks and fruit juices

Telecommunication access services, namely, providing user access to the Internet in the nature of Internet service providers; telecommunication services, namely, electronic mail services, transmission of voice, audio, data information via telecommunications networks and streaming of audio and visual material on the Internet; communications services, namely, signal transmission for electronic commerce via telecommunication systems and data communications systems; broadcasting services, namely, broadcasting of radio, television and satellite programmes via telecommunications, cable, fibre optic and television networks; radio and television broadcasting services; cellular telephone communication services; communications by fibre optic networks; provision of communication services by means of computer terminals; television broadcasting services via a television channel, namely, broadcasting and transmission of television programmes; data transmission, namely, transmission of data, visual i...

Education, namely, providing classes, seminars, workshops and lectures in the field of sport; provision of training in the field of sport; entertainment services, namely, entertainment in the nature of sporting events, production and distribution of radio and television broadcasts relating to sport, providing online sports games via the Internet, non-downloadable ringtones, pre-recorded music, video and graphics presented to mobile communications devices via a global computer network and wireless networks; sporting and cultural activities in the nature of football games, events and fan club services; provision of information relating to sporting events provided on-line from a computer database or the Internet, escorting and directing spectators, visitors and vehicles, all being performed by stewards in relation to sports events, conferences, seminars, concerts and exhibitions; recreational information services, namely, providing information about sports and football; recreational infor...
the fa cup

General Information


Serial Number85735646
Word MarkTHE FA CUP
Filing DateFriday, September 21, 2012
Status710 - CANCELLED - SECTION 8
Status DateFriday, January 1, 2021
Registration Number4535605
Registration DateTuesday, May 27, 2014
Mark Drawing3000 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, December 17, 2013

Trademark Statements


Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Disclaimer with Predetermined Text"CUP"
Description of MarkThe mark consists of a curved rectangle placed vertically, with the design of a trophy with ribbons emanating from the side and bottom at the top, curved lines appearing behind the trophy, an irregular shaped polygon appearing in the middle of the rectangle, and the words "THE FA CUP" appearing below the polygon.
Goods and ServicesPrinted publications, namely, books, newsletters, leaflets, fanzines, magazines, football annuals, newspapers, sticker books and albums in the field of sports; prints in the nature of lithoserigraphs; book binding material; photographs; stationery, namely, writing and drawing instruments, pens, pencils, pencil sharpeners, rulers, thumb tacks, paper clips, paper fasteners, document files, file sorters, labels; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials, namely, paint brushes, painting canvas, painting palettes, drawing pens, drawing ink, pastels, crayons and easels; typewriters; printed instructional and teaching material in the field of sports; plastic materials for packaging in the nature of air cushioning materials, plastic film not for commercial or industrial use, plastic bags, plastic sheets for writing, printing and marking; blank travellers checks; banking cards, not magnetically encoded; greeting cards, gift cards, business cards, postcards, and discount cards that are not magnetically encoded; identity cards that are not magnetically encoded; membership cards that are not magnetically encoded, trading cards, telephone calling cards, not magnetically encoded, all of cardboard or plastic; money order forms, blank checks; booklets in the field of sports; posters; bookmarks; paper flags; paper banners, heat transfer note paper; decalcomanias; adhesive labels; milk cartons of cardboard, namely, cardboard for packaging milk; beers mats, namely, paper place mats; wrapping and packaging materials, namely, gift wrapping paper and paper for packaging; carrier bags in the nature of paper and plastic carriers for food and beverage; printed periodical publications in the field of sport; newspapers; books in the field of sport; photographs; albums for coins, photographs and stamps; philatelic stamps in the nature of commemorative stamps; pens, pencils, drawing rulers, pencil cases, writing paper; stickers; vehicle stickers; writing and drawing instruments; calendars; appliques of paper not for use as haberdashery; poster magazines in the field of football; dry-wipeable boards sold as a unit; laminated paper cards; diaries; address books; folders; note pads for jotting notes; document files; writing instruments of precious metal; check book holders
Goods and ServicesClothing, namely, track suits, shirts, sweatshirts, sweaters, T-shirts, shorts, tops, skirts, trousers, dungarees, socks, gloves, ties for wear, scarves, cloth bibs, romper suits, baby sleep suits, anoraks, jackets, rainwear, dressing gowns, pyjamas, boxer shorts, baby boots, belts for wear, braces, wrist bands, swimwear, sports jerseys, polo shirts, cardigans, singlets, suits, vests, warm-up tops, warm-up suits, warm-up pants and trousers, dresses, uniforms, parkas, coats, nightshirts, bath robes, hosiery, mittens, shawls, aprons, bathing suits, bikinis, swim trunks, board shorts, wet suits, beach cover-ups; footwear; headgear, namely, hats, caps, beanies, visors, ear muffs, ear warmers, bandanas, head bands, swim caps, bathing caps
Goods and ServicesBeers; mineral and aerated waters and other non-alcoholic drinks, namely, sports drinks, soft drinks, energy drinks, lemonade, fruit squashes, namely, lemon, lime, blackcurrant, orange; non-alcoholic cordials, soda water, tonic water and vegetable juices; fruit drinks and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages, namely, concentrates and powders used in the preparation of tea flavored beverages, fruit drinks and fruit juices
Goods and ServicesTelecommunication access services, namely, providing user access to the Internet in the nature of Internet service providers; telecommunication services, namely, electronic mail services, transmission of voice, audio, data information via telecommunications networks and streaming of audio and visual material on the Internet; communications services, namely, signal transmission for electronic commerce via telecommunication systems and data communications systems; broadcasting services, namely, broadcasting of radio, television and satellite programmes via telecommunications, cable, fibre optic and television networks; radio and television broadcasting services; cellular telephone communication services; communications by fibre optic networks; provision of communication services by means of computer terminals; television broadcasting services via a television channel, namely, broadcasting and transmission of television programmes; data transmission, namely, transmission of data, visual images, sound, graphics and electronic data by mobile telephony and cable programme services, and fibre optics communications networks; transmission of television programmes, text, messages, information, sound and images via communication and computer networks; computer aided transmission of information, messages, text, sound, images, data and television programmes; receiving and exchange of information, text, messages, sound, images and data, namely, electronic bulletin board services, electronic news services, electronic entertainment services in the nature of entertainment media content, streamed audio services, streamed video services, video-on-demand services, pay-per-view transmission services, audio-on-demand services, teletext services, video-text services; interactive video messaging and text messaging services; news information and news agency services, namely, the transmission of news items to reporting organizations, news bulletin services; electronic message sending; communications by and/or between computers and computer terminals; communications, namely, providing access to information, text, sound, images and data via communication and computer networks; portal services, namely, providing access to a communications or computer network; providing access to databases including online computer databases; electronic display, namely, transmission of information, messages, text, images and data; on-line services, namely, the provision of chat room for social networking; interactive video text services, namely, worldwide switched text and video video message transmission services; transmission of information on-line, providing access to on-line information services, namely, providing multiple user access to global computer information networks for the transfer and dissemination of a wide range of information; cellular telephone communication services; information and advisory services, namely, telecommunications consulting in the nature of technical consulting in the field of audio, text, and visual data transmission and communication relating to any of the aforesaid services
Goods and ServicesEducation, namely, providing classes, seminars, workshops and lectures in the field of sport; provision of training in the field of sport; entertainment services, namely, entertainment in the nature of sporting events, production and distribution of radio and television broadcasts relating to sport, providing online sports games via the Internet, non-downloadable ringtones, pre-recorded music, video and graphics presented to mobile communications devices via a global computer network and wireless networks; sporting and cultural activities in the nature of football games, events and fan club services; provision of information relating to sporting events provided on-line from a computer database or the Internet, escorting and directing spectators, visitors and vehicles, all being performed by stewards in relation to sports events, conferences, seminars, concerts and exhibitions; recreational information services, namely, providing information about sports and football; recreational information services provided on computer networks and by telephone, in relation to sports and football; provision of sport, entertainment, cultural and musical events, namely, sports matches and tournaments, musical, dance and theatrical performances and shows, stage events rendered live or recorded for the purpose of distribution through broadcast media; rental of stadium facilities; provision of stadium facilities in the nature of sports facilities; arranging and conducting exhibitions and seminars for entertainment and educational purposes; educational services, namely, classes, seminars, workshops and lectures relating to sports, culture and music; production of television programmes; training services in the field of sport, namely, football; football academy services, namely, the provision of training services in the field of football; educational assessment and qualifications services, namely, offering assessments and surveys in the field of educator training and performance for the purpose of improving teaching procedures; coaching in the field of sports, namely, football; arranging and organization of sports competitions and sporting events; provision of courses of instruction in coaching, sports medicine, player development and child protection and welfare; physical fitness instruction; practical training demonstrations relating to football; providing courses of instruction in self-awareness; arranging and conducting educational seminars, educational conferences, educational exhibitions, educational symposia, all on the subject of sports; arranging and conducting concerts; provision of club recreation facilities; officiating at sports contests; sports camp services; sports club services in relation to football; provision of facilities for sports events, seminars and concerts; sports refereeing and officiating; timing of sports events; organization of sports tournaments; provision of facilities for sports tournaments; publication of printed matter, namely, articles, posters, newsletters, magazines, brochures, leaflets, catalogues, game information and game schedules and results related to sports; providing recognition and incentives by the way of awards and contests to demonstrate excellence in the field of sports, namely, awards ceremonies; betting services; publication services, namely, publication of articles, newsletters, magazines, brochures, catalogues in the field of sports, publication of electronic books and journals; providing information relating to all of the aforesaid services in relation to sport and sports entertainment
Pseudo MarkTHE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION CUP

Classification Information


International Class016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks.
US Class Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, January 1, 2021
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, January 1, 2021
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class032 - Beers; mineral and aerated waters and other nonalcoholic drinks; fruit drinks and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages.
US Class Codes045, 046, 048
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, January 1, 2021
Primary Code032
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class038 - Services allowing people to communicate with another by a sensory means.
US Class Codes100, 101, 104
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, January 1, 2021
Primary Code038
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code2 - Sec. 8 - Entire Registration
Class Status DateFriday, January 1, 2021
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameThe Football Association Limited
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressLondon HA90WS
GB

Party NameThe Football Association Limited
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressLondon HA90WS
GB

Party NameThe Football Association Limited
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressLondon HA90WS
GB

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, January 1, 2021CANCELLED SEC. 8 (6-YR)
Thursday, October 29, 2020WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY GRANTED
Thursday, October 29, 2020TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED
Monday, May 27, 2019COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Tuesday, May 27, 2014REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, April 22, 20141(B) BASIS DELETED; PROCEED TO REGISTRATION
Monday, April 21, 2014NOTICE OF ALLOWANCE CANCELLED
Tuesday, April 22, 2014CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL
Monday, April 21, 2014TEAS DELETE 1(B) BASIS RECEIVED
Tuesday, February 11, 2014NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, December 17, 2013OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, December 17, 2013PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, November 27, 2013NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Wednesday, November 13, 2013LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Friday, November 8, 2013ASSIGNED TO LIE
Wednesday, October 30, 2013ASSIGNED TO LIE
Tuesday, October 15, 2013APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, October 10, 2013TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Thursday, October 10, 2013CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Thursday, October 10, 2013TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Monday, September 2, 2013NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Monday, September 2, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Monday, September 2, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Friday, July 26, 2013TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Thursday, July 25, 2013CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Thursday, July 25, 2013TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Friday, January 25, 2013NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Friday, January 25, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Friday, January 25, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Friday, January 18, 2013ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, September 27, 2012NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE MAILED
Wednesday, September 26, 2012NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED IN TRAM
Tuesday, September 25, 2012NEW APPLICATION ENTERED IN TRAM