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

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…

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

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…

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

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,…

Breaking Barriers: The First FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup

The 2025 FIFA Women’s Futsal World Cup marks a breakthrough moment for the sport. This article explores the fight for recognition, the contrasting squad structures across nations, and why this historic tournament could redefine women’s futsal…

Building Unity on the Court: Mara De Ros Sparks an Important Conversation About Inclusive Futsal Coaching

Mara De Ros, a Brazilian futsal coach in the UK, shares key lessons on leading multicultural, mixed-ability teams — emphasizing connection, communication, and empowerment on and off the court.

A New Era for Wrexham Futsal: FC United Joins EVA Sporting Group

FC United of Wrexham joins EVA Sporting Group, aiming for UEFA Futsal Champions League and grassroots growth, marking a new era for futsal in Wrexham.

Agreement Reached Between Swedish FA and Svensk Futsal

SvFF and Svensk Futsal have reached a landmark agreement giving Svensk Futsal the right to manage commercial opportunities for Sweden’s top futsal leagues until 2028, marking an important step in the sport’s development.

France to Launch Women’s National Futsal Championship in 2026-2027

France is set to launch its first Women’s National Futsal Championship in 2026–2027, with 12 regional teams and growing investment from the FFF.

Futsal Competition at Riyadh 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games

The 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh united 57 nations in a celebration of sport and unity. Futsal took center stage as Iran dominated to win gold, defeating Morocco 5–0 in the final, while Uzbekistan claimed…

Brazil claim U17 Men’s Futsal crown at Dakar en Jeux 2025 as Senegal shine in Women’s event

Brazil came from behind to defeat Portugal 3–1 and claim the FIFA U17 futsal crown at Dakar en Jeux 2025. In the women’s event, hosts Senegal thrilled home fans with an unbeaten run, showcasing Africa’s rising…

Aparup Futsal School Partners with Spain’s LNFS to Launch School Futsal Development League in Bengal

The Aparup Futsal School, in partnership with Spain's LNFS, has launched the School Futsal Development League in Bengal to bring free, structured futsal access to over 100,000 children through AIFF Blue Cubs.

Lottopar and Paraná Futsal Federation Unite to Safeguard Sports Integrity

Lottopar and the Paraná Futsal Federation have signed a cooperation agreement to promote sports integrity, prevent match-fixing, and ensure transparency in futsal competitions. The initiative includes training, awareness programs, and best practices to protect the sport’s…

Futsal and Proud host André Caro talks with Rodrigo Saldanha, Uddevalla Futsal Head Coach

Futsal & Proud podcast: Uddevalla Futsal Club (Sweden) Head Coach Rodrigo Saldanha talks to Futsal Focus' Futsal & Proud host André Caro about his life and career in futsal and journalism.

Watch Futsal & Proud full interview with Westcliff University Coach Ivan Todorovic

Want to play futsal at an American University with a full scholarship? Watch this interview and find out what kind of students/ players they are looking for and more!

Futsal & Proud show: Want to play futsal at an American University with a scholarship?

Ivan Todorovic, head coach of the Westcliff University Futsal program in America talks with Futsal & Proud host Andre Caro about their futsal program, recruitment process, their scholarship, who can apply and how you can apply,…

Full interview: Futsal & Proud host Andre Caro interviews Argentina goalkeeper Nico Sarmiento

Exclusive interview: Nico Sarmiento is a world cup and Adidas Golden Glove winner in 2016, a finalist runner up in 2021, and a Copa America de Futsal winner in 2022.