Stephen McGettigan

England Futsal: Achievements, Challenges, and the FA’s Limited Support for a Growing Sport

1st November 2024
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England Futsal: Achievements, Challenges, and the FA’s Limited Support for a Growing Sport
Despite recent successes, England Futsal faces persistent challenges due to the FA’s limited support, funding gaps and questions about long-term sustainability. With the FA focusing on futsal as a fun grassroots activity, the sport’s competitive pathway remains underdeveloped, echoing historical attitudes toward women's football.

UEFA Futsal Champions League Elite Round: High-Stakes Battles Await in Host Cities

31st October 2024
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UEFA Futsal Champions League Elite Round: High-Stakes Battles Await in Host Cities
The UEFA Futsal Champions League elite round kicks off November 26 in four host cities, where 16 of Europe’s top futsal teams will compete for a place in the May 2025 finals. With intense rivalries, host advantages, and only one team per group advancing, this stage promises high-stakes action.

UEFA Futsal Champions League Elite Round: Europe’s Best Set for Showdown

29th October 2024
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UEFA Futsal Champions League Elite Round: Europe’s Best Set for Showdown
The UEFA Futsal Champions League elite round features 16 top European teams, including champions Palma, Sporting CP, and Kairat, alongside promising debutants like Cartagena. The draw on October 31 will set up groups for mini-tournaments running November 26–December 1 to determine the finalists for May.

2025 UEFA Under-19 Futsal EURO: A Comprehensive Guide

22nd October 2024
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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

22nd October 2024
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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

16th October 2024
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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

12th October 2024
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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?

9th October 2024
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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

24th September 2024
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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

13th September 2024
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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.