# Futsal World Cup qualification campaigns

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/futsal-world-cup-qualification-campaigns
> Updated: 2026-11-05T18:43:09.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

National futsal teams are beginning their preparations and opening matches for the 2028 World Cup qualification process.

Slovenia is set to start its campaign in Group 11 with a match against Belgium in Antwerp, Belgium. Coach Tomislav Horvat reported that the squad is physically prepared to face Belgium’s technical style with the goal of reaching the elite division.

In Group 10, Kosovo is preparing for a high-stakes qualifier against two-time European champions Italy at the Palace of Youth and Sport in Pristina. Following a victory against Georgia, both Kosovo and Italy are currently tied at three points in the group. Coach Agon Ramadani has expressed optimism regarding the team’s physical and psychological readiness, while players previously noted that local support would assist in their tactical execution.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-05: Kosovo and Albania football updates: National team selections and futsal clashes

Albanian coach Rolando Maran discusses player selections, while Kosovo’s futsal team prepares for a major World Cup qualifier against Italy. Kosovo also secures defender Bleon Kurtulus.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kosovo-futsal-team-prepares-for-world-cup-qualifier-against-italy

### 2026-10-18: Slovenia national futsal team begins World Cup qualifiers

The Slovenian national futsal team begins its 2028 World Cup qualification journey against Belgium in Antwerp.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/slovenia-national-futsal-team-begins-world-cup-qualifiers

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Cite as: Futsal World Cup qualification campaigns. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/futsal-world-cup-qualification-campaigns