About AAFUTSAL

Association Africaine de Futsal - Uniting Africa Through Futsal Excellence

What is Futsal?

Futsal is a fast-paced, high-intensity indoor sport that combines elements of soccer and other sports. Originating in Uruguay in the 1930s, it has since gained worldwide popularity, including at the FIFA Futsal World Cup.

⚽ 5 Players Per Team

Including goalkeeper, smaller teams mean more touches and involvement

🏟️ Indoor Hard Court

Played on a hard surface with boundaries, emphasizing ball control

⏱️ 2 x 20 Minutes

Fast-paced game requiring rapid decision-making and teamwork

🎯 Technical Skills

Emphasizes ball control, passing, and shooting in tight spaces

Benefits of Futsal:

✓ Develops technical skills for soccer players
✓ Improves cardiovascular fitness, agility, and speed
✓ Encourages teamwork and camaraderie
✓ Year-round playing opportunities

Our Mission

To unite African nations under the umbrella of futsal, promoting unity, excellence, and global competitiveness. We strive to develop futsal across the continent, creating opportunities for athletes, coaches, and administrators while fostering cultural exchange and mutual understanding.

Our Objectives

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Unify African Nations

Foster unity and cooperation among African countries through futsal, promoting cultural exchange and mutual understanding across the continent.

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Introduce Futsal to Schools

Integrate futsal into school curricula across Africa, providing opportunities for young Africans to develop their skills and nurture a love for the sport.

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Develop Grassroots Programs

Establish grassroots programs, training centers, and academies to identify and develop talented young players, coaches, and officials.

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Establish National Leagues

Create and support national futsal leagues in each African country, promoting competitive futsal and identifying top talent.

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Promote Awareness

Organize events, workshops, and campaigns to raise awareness about futsal, increase participation, and engage communities across Africa.

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Compete Globally

Prepare and support African teams to compete at the Futsal World Cup and other international competitions, showcasing African excellence.

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Capacity Building

Provide training, education, and resources for coaches, officials, and administrators, enhancing their skills and knowledge.

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Foster Partnerships

Collaborate with governments, schools, organizations, and stakeholders to promote futsal, secure resources, and advance the sport's growth.

Futsal Across Africa

Futsal has been growing steadily across the African continent. CAF member associations from all regions participate in international futsal competitions.

🌍 North Africa

Egypt, Morocco, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria - Strong futsal traditions

🌍 West Africa

Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Guinea, Mali, Ivory Coast

🌍 Central Africa

Angola, Cameroon, DR Congo, Gabon - Growing leagues

🌍 East Africa

Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda - Emerging talent

🌍 Southern Africa

Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe

🏆 Key Competitions:

✓ Futsal Africa Cup of Nations - Every 4 years (Next: 2028)
✓ FIFA Futsal World Cup - African qualifiers
✓ FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup - November/December 2025, Philippines
✓ Morocco won 2024 Africa Cup (3 successive titles)
✓ Egypt is the most successful with 3 wins

Our Team

L-R: Koussougbo Kossi, YAGUISSAGOU Basouglima Afi, POKODIYE Patoki-Ani and EHON Kossi Sokémawu,

Management Team

Team Photo

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