Stephen McGettigan

England Women’s Futsal Prepare for Historic Home Fixtures Against Slovakia Ahead of Euro Qualifying Challenge

4th March 2026
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England Women’s Futsal Prepare for Historic Home Fixtures Against Slovakia Ahead of Euro Qualifying Challenge
England women’s futsal will make history in April 2026 by hosting Slovakia at Loughborough University, the team’s first-ever home internationals. The fixtures follow their UEFA Women’s Futsal EURO 2027 Main Round qualifying campaign in Lithuania and mark another milestone in the programme’s rapid development.

Late drama, roaring crowds and records: UEFA Futsal Champions League quarter-final first legs analysed

24th February 2026
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Late drama, roaring crowds and records: UEFA Futsal Champions League quarter-final first legs analysed
The 2025-26 UEFA Futsal Champions League quarter-final first legs delivered late drama, emotional comebacks and packed arenas across Europe and Kazakhstan. With Palma extending their unbeaten run and Benfica winning at the death, all four ties remain alive heading into the decisive second legs on 6 March.

Mohammedan Sporting Crowned Champions of West Bengal’s First U12 Youth Futsal Development League

18th February 2026
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Mohammedan Sporting Crowned Champions of West Bengal’s First U12 Youth Futsal Development League
Mohammedan Sporting Club were crowned champions of the U12 Youth Futsal Development League 2026, the first tournament of its kind in West Bengal organised by Aparup Futsal Schools. The Kolkata event highlighted grassroots futsal growth, featured eight youth teams, and showcased emerging young talent in a high-scoring final.

Ten Years Apart: What England’s Return to Germany Reveals About Futsal’s Uneven Growth

15th February 2026
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Ten Years Apart: What England’s Return to Germany Reveals About Futsal’s Uneven Growth
Ten years after Hamburg, England and Germany met again in Stuttgart before a record crowd. This in-depth Futsal Focus analysis examines the matches, the contrasting development models, and what the next decade may hold for both programmes.

Indonesia’s Defining Moment: How the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Reshaped a Nation’s Futsal Ambitions

12th February 2026
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Indonesia’s Defining Moment: How the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Reshaped a Nation’s Futsal Ambitions
Indonesia’s first-ever AFC Futsal Asian Cup final appearance, record attendances in Jakarta, and renewed federation ambitions have reshaped the trajectory of futsal in the country, marking 2026 as a defining moment for the sport’s development.

Spain Reclaim the Throne as Croatia Make History at Futsal EURO 2026

8th February 2026
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Spain Reclaim the Throne as Croatia Make History at Futsal EURO 2026
Spain reclaimed the UEFA Futsal EURO title with a thrilling final victory over Portugal, as Croatia secured their first-ever European Championship medal against France. The closing day in Ljubljana showcased elite rivalry, historic breakthroughs and futsal’s growing competitive depth across Europe.

UEFA Futsal EURO 2026: Baltic Brilliance and Historic Upsets Mark Opening Days

23rd January 2026
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UEFA Futsal EURO 2026: Baltic Brilliance and Historic Upsets Mark Opening Days
The opening days of UEFA Futsal EURO 2026 delivered goals, shocks, and headlines. Latvia and Armenia made history, Croatia and France battled to a draw, and Lithuania thrilled fans in Kaunas.

Nigeria Set for a Triumphant Return to the Global Futsal Stage

23rd January 2026
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Nigeria Set for a Triumphant Return to the Global Futsal Stage
After 30 years, futsal returns to Nigeria. Galaxy 5s Global Sports partners with NFF to launch the National Futsal Super League, coach seminars, and grassroots programs, aiming to develop players, elevate coaching standards, and grow the sport commercially nationwide.

UEFA Futsal EURO 2026 Kicks Off as New Hosts and New History Await

20th January 2026
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UEFA Futsal EURO 2026 Kicks Off as New Hosts and New History Await
UEFA Futsal EURO 2026 kicks off tomorrow as Latvia, Lithuania and Slovenia host Europe’s top futsal nations. From historic first-time hosts and innovative pitch designs to rising teams and record-breaking legacies, this tournament marks a major milestone in futsal’s continued growth across the continent.

Namibia Appoints Marcos Antunes as New Futsal Head Coach

18th January 2026
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Namibia Appoints Marcos Antunes as New Futsal Head Coach
Marcos Antunes has been named Namibia’s new futsal head coach, leading the Brave 5 into the AFCON 2026 qualifiers with extensive international experience and UEFA coaching credentials