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NEWFA is looking to promote the game of FUTSAL in this area over the coming months, and with this in mind we bring you a brief introduction to this exciting game here................

What is Futsal?

Futsal is a scaled down version of conventional Soccer, and is played by two teams consisting of five players each, including a goalkeeper.

It is played on Basket-Ball sized courts on a variety of surfaces mainly indoors but can be played outdoors given the correct weather!! There are two touchlines so there is no wall to smash the ball or bodies against. The ball is a special small sized ball usually a size 3 or 4, but importantly it is heavier and has a dampened bounce. Futsal is the official five-a-side game recognised by the World governing body FIFA, and it is envisaged that Futsal will become an Olympic sport in the future.

Why play Futsal?

It is a sport whose rules provide the conditions for FAIR play.

Violence is non-existant in Futsal games.

Sliding tackles, shoulder charges and rough play is NOT allowed.

It helps to develop your body, mind and spiritual qualities.

Top professionals in the Premier League's of England, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Holland and Brazil totally immersed themselves in short sided matches from a very young age, which allowed them to develop.

Futsal helps promote:-

SPACIAL REASONING

STRATEGIC THINKING
and it is pro-active to create learning opportunities.

Why introduce Futsal to young footballers?

To develop player's technical skills.

To develop player's tactical skills.

Player's have to defend and attack.

The ball is moved around quicker.

Player's are on the move at all times.

All team members have the chance to score many goals in one game.

It also promotes Goalkeeper development.

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