2025 Under-19 Futsal EURO Preliminary Round: Azerbaijan, Estonia, and Germany Through

The preliminary round of the 2025 UEFA European Under-19 Futsal Championship concluded with Azerbaijan, Estonia, and Germany securing their spots in the main round scheduled for March 2025.

(Main picture: German National Futsal team, source of the image: DFB website)

These three nations emerged victorious in their respective groups, paving the way for their continued quest to qualify for the final tournament in Moldova.

Summary of Preliminary Round Success

 
Germany (Group A)

Germany’s Under-19 futsal team secured their spot in the main round with a commanding 7-2 victory over Malta in their final match of the preliminary round, held in Druskininkai, Lithuania. With this win, Germany finished at the top of Group A with seven points, ahead of Georgia, who had five points.

Germany’s coach, Daniel Gerlach, reflected on the team’s experience:
“We take many learning moments from this preliminary round. Games like these are immensely important for the development of young German futsal talents.”

In their match against Malta, Germany’s first-half lead came courtesy of Ivony Noah Smith from FC Liria Berlin. The second half saw a flurry of action, with Franz Born and Samuel Melissopoulos scoring in quick succession to make it 3-0. Although Malta responded with goals from Isaac Vella and Luca Suda, Germany’s resilience ensured victory, with further goals from Giuseppe Berretta, Raven Rabiega, and an own goal by Neil Gauci sealing the win.

The team’s dominant performance not only secured qualification but also demonstrated their potential ahead of the main round, where they will face Italy, Romania, and Slovakia between 25 and 30 March 2025.

Azerbaijan (Group B)

Azerbaijan continued their impressive record under the leadership of head coach Ilgar Aslanov by advancing to the main round for the fourth consecutive edition. They topped a group that included Kosovo and hosts San Marino. Azerbaijan’s consistency has been a hallmark of their futsal development over recent years.

Estonia (Group C)

Estonia achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first team from their nation to advance beyond a stage in UEFA futsal competition. As group hosts, Estonia successfully overcame challenges from North Macedonia and Gibraltar to claim the top spot.

Azerbaijan topped Group B in San Marino Federazione Sammarinese Giuoco Calcio

Preliminary Round Format

 
The preliminary round featured ten teams competing in three one-venue mini-tournaments.

The group winners—Germany, Azerbaijan, and Estonia—progressed to the main round, joining the 25 highest-ranked teams in the competition. These 28 teams will compete in seven groups between 25 and 30 March 2025, vying for seven slots in the finals.

The tournament concludes with the final stage at the Chișinău Arena in Moldova, running from 28 September to 5 October 2025.

Group Standings

 
Group A (host: Lithuania)

• Qualified: Germany
• Also participated: Georgia, Malta, Lithuania

 
Group B (host: San Marino)

• Qualified: Azerbaijan
• Also participated: Kosovo, San Marino

 
Group C (host: Estonia)

• Qualified: Estonia
• Also participated: North Macedonia, Gibraltar

Main Round Preview

 
The main round will feature seven groups, with the group winners advancing to the finals in Moldova. The stage will include Europe’s top futsal nations, providing a high-level platform for young talents to shine.

Main Round Groups:

• Group 1: Italy, Romania, Slovakia (hosts), Germany
• Group 2: Spain, Finland, Hungary (hosts), England
• Group 3: Portugal (hosts), France, Belarus, Kazakhstan
• Group 4: Slovenia, Belgium, Latvia (hosts), Andorra
• Group 5: Ukraine, Netherlands, Serbia (hosts), Montenegro
• Group 6: Poland, Czechia (hosts), Greece, Estonia
• Group 7: Croatia (hosts), Bosnia and Herzegovina, Türkiye, Azerbaijan

 
The seven group winners will join host nation Moldova in the finals, continuing the tradition of showcasing Europe’s brightest futsal prospects.

The preliminary round demonstrated the growth of futsal across Europe, with historic achievements like Estonia’s breakthrough underscoring the sport’s expanding reach and competitiveness.

The upcoming main round promises high-quality action as teams battle for a place in the final tournament.

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