Elevate your game

Futsal will take centre stage this week, with the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup™ set to get under way in the Philippines on Friday. The landmark event, running from 21 November to 7 December, will crown the sport’s first-ever women’s world champions – a milestone moment that would not have been possible without FIFA’s substantial investment via its tournaments and the Forward Programme, which now stands at more than USD 100 million since 2016.

Find information about the host nation, venues, dates, teams, groups, format, and match schedules.

A new home-and-away qualifying group stage is among the changes leading to the first 16-team final tournament with 48 contenders including co-hosts Latvia and Lithuania.

UEFA Futsal EURO 2026 is the second edition since the switch from the biennial 12-team tournament to a 16-nation finals held every four years, following Netherlands 2022.

There are 48 entrants, with co-hosts Latvia and Lithuania progressing direct to the final tournament and 46 others in qualifying. England return having not taken part in 2024 FIFA Futsal World Cup qualifying.

Check out the FutsalRef app!  Currently available on iOS only.

Take control of your futsal matches with the FutsalRef app. Designed to simplify your role as a referee, ensuring accurate game management. With a user-friendly interface tailored for quick actions, this app ensures you stay focused on the game while managing time, scores, and fouls effortlessly.