Futsal is the only FIFA and NZ Football approved version of five-aside football and the world’s fastest-growing indoor sport.

The name futsal is derived from the Portuguese words futebol (football) and sala (hall).

While similar to Football, Futsal is played with a smaller (size 3 or 4), low-bounce weighted ball on a hard surface (generally on an indoor court, but not exclusive to) without rebound walls or nets. The game emphasizes control, improvisation, creativity and technique. 

NZF Futsal has been designed to complement New Zealand Football’s existing programmes and promote and improve participation in football in New Zealand.

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved as a player, coach, referee or administrator.​​​​​​​

CONTACT | If you have any queries about Futsal at NRF, please get in touch with NRF Futsal Development Manager (aidan.wong@nrf.org.nz)

Want to Play Futsal?

NZF Ford Futsal SuperLeague

We partner with member clubs to compete in New Zealand's premier futsal competition for men and women. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Secondary Schools Competitions​​​​​​​

NRF delivers Futsal in North, West, Central and South Auckland.

We are always interested in opening discussions with schools about participating in Futsal. 

Local Futsal Leagues

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Play Futsal with one of our affiliated Futsal clubs.​​​​​​​

NZF Youth Futsal Championships

Taking place annually in Wellington, the NZF Youth Futsal Championships is an excellent opportunity for young futsal players to experience a national competition. 

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