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

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

15th February 2026 562
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

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

12th February 2026 330
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

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

8th February 2026 474
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

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

23rd January 2026 504
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.
UEFA Futsal EURO 2026 Kicks Off as New Hosts and New History Await

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

20th January 2026 1139
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

Namibia Appoints Marcos Antunes as New Futsal Head Coach

18th January 2026 593
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
Brazil Crowned First-Ever FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup Champions in Manila

Brazil Crowned First-Ever FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup Champions in Manila

9th December 2025 1299
Brazil made history in Manila, beating Portugal 3-0 to claim the inaugural FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup. Spain secured bronze, and the Philippines delivered a landmark event that showcased passion, skill, and global progress for women’s futsal, a tournament built on dreams and destined to inspire generations.
Dominant Displays Mark the Start of Women’s Futsal’s Biggest Stage

Dominant Displays Mark the Start of Women’s Futsal’s Biggest Stage

24th November 2025 808
The opening matchdays of the 2025 FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup revealed a sharp divide between nations built on true futsal foundations and those relying on football players. Dominant wins from Japan, Portugal, Italy, Brazil and Spain underline why specialist training matters and why futsal deserves the investment and respect…
FIFA Investment in Futsal Surpasses USD 100 Million Ahead of Historic Women’s World Cup in the Philippines

FIFA Investment in Futsal Surpasses USD 100 Million Ahead of Historic Women’s World Cup in the Philippines

24th November 2025 1361
FIFA has revealed that its investment in futsal has exceeded USD 100 million as the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup begins in the Philippines. The tournament marks a historic step for the women’s game, supported by years of global development, expanded participation, and major infrastructure growth driven through FIFA’s…
Historic Opening Day and What’s Next at the 2025 FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup

Historic Opening Day and What’s Next at the 2025 FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup

22nd November 2025 836
The 2025 Women’s Futsal World Cup opened with historic 6–0 wins for Argentina and Poland, while hosts Philippines battled through a challenging debut. With Group A shaken up, attention turns to Day 2 as Colombia, Canada, Spain and Thailand prepare for pivotal Group B showdowns.