UEFA Futsal World Cup qualifying begins for 2028 tournament

The qualifying phase for the 2028 FIFA Futsal World Cup has commenced. UEFA’s main-round qualifying involves 36 European teams competing for seven available spots in the final tournament.

The competition is organized into 12 groups of three teams, with matches played on a home and away basis. The 12 group winners and the four best runners-up will advance to the elite round, while the remaining eight runners-up will enter play-offs.

Key upcoming fixtures include Hungary hosting Sweden and Montenegro facing Moldova. Notable groups include Group 4, headlined by eight-time champions Spain, and Group 7, led by Portugal. Additionally, Estonia, Northern Ireland, and Andorra are participating in World Cup qualifying at this stage for the first time.