Stephen McGettigan

2025 UEFA Under-19 Futsal EURO: A Comprehensive Guide

The 2025 UEFA U19 Futsal EURO, hosted at Chișinău Arena, Moldova, from 28 September to 5 October, will feature top youth teams like Portugal and Spain. Draws on 31 October 2024 will determine qualifying groups for the competition.

Breakthroughs and Triumphs: Europe’s Path to the First FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup

Finland, France, Hungary, Italy, Poland, and Sweden advance in the European qualifiers for the FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup, showcasing both established talent and new debutants.

Futsal’s Steady Development: A Comparison with Football’s Past and Women’s Football’s Rise

Futsal has grown rapidly since 1989, yet global media visibility remains limited. The 2024 World Cup marked a key moment as the sport looks toward Olympic inclusion, paralleling the rise of women’s football.

The Ripple Effects of SvFF’s Futsal Budget Cuts: A Deeper Dive with Per Broberg

Per Broberg discusses the impact of the Swedish Football Association’s 76% budget cut to futsal, affecting youth development, elite teams, and international competitions. With 200,000 players affected, the futsal community is uniting to explore new paths for survival and growth.

2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup: A Triumph of Development, But Is It Time for Commercialization?

The 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup in Uzbekistan showcased the country's impressive development efforts. While Brazil won their sixth title, the tournament sparked discussions about futsal's future—should FIFA shift focus from development to commercial growth?

England Futsal: A Journey of Promise, Challenges, and the Need for Transparency

England Futsal's journey, launched with promise in 2022, now faces challenges in leadership, funding, and transparency. This article explores the struggles and calls for greater transparency, professionalism, and community engagement to secure a stable future for futsal in England.

The Controversial Poster: FIFA Sparks Debate by Using Football Icons in Futsal World Cup Promotion

FIFA’s use of football stars to promote the Futsal World Cup sparks controversy. While futsal icons like Ricardinho call it disrespectful, others see it as a way to grow the sport in regions where futsal is still developing.

FIFA Futsal World Cup Squads Unveiled – Uzbekistan 2024

The official squads for the FIFA Futsal World Cup 2024 in Uzbekistan have been revealed, featuring star players like Ferrao, Sergio Lozano, and Zicky. Top teams are set to compete for glory from September 14 to October 6.

Magnus Futsal Documentary Premieres to Packed Cinema, Celebrating Historic Libertadores Victory

Magnus Futsal makes history with a documentary on their Copa Libertadores win, led by futsal legend Rodrigo Capita. This is the first time futsal content hits the big screen.

Kevin Ramirez: A Milestone Journey as France Prepares for Futsal’s Biggest Stage

French futsal captain Kevin Ramirez reflects on his milestone 100th cap, his diverse global career, and France's preparations for their debut at the FIFA Futsal World Cup.