MANCHESTER WELCOMES UEFA FUTSAL CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR THE PREEMINENT SPORTING CITY
In the heart of Manchester, excitement is building as the city prepares to host the UEFA Futsal Champions League matches for the very first time.
This momentous event comes on the heels of Manchester Futsal's extraordinary treble-winning season, a testament to their skill, determination, and leadership.
At the forefront of this success is Simon Wright, the founder and CEO of Manchester Futsal.
We recently sat down with Simon to discuss the team's remarkable journey, the significance of hosting such a prestigious tournament in Manchester, and what fans can expect from this historic occasion.
Join us as we delve into the insights and experiences of the man who has been instrumental in elevating Manchester Futsal to new heights.
The club have worked really hard over the last 15 years to put futsal on the map in Manchester so staging this event will elevate our position further, hopefully reaching new audiences that are interested to see the game played live in the city against international opposition.
Fundamentally futsal is a small-sided football game so in this football crazy city we know it will be appreciated and provides a contrasting spectacle to the eleven a-side format. Futsal is high intensity action, lots of skill and tactical strategies. There is no better sport to watch live in an arena."
The starting point was all about educating people about the sport, sharing our passion, justifying the value of futsal. The club joined the FA’s National Futsal League and didn’t look back. The mission then become about trying to bring more people with us and create a futsal community.
The club focussed on engaging young children, female players and working with local colleges and universities to develop teams and futsal provision in those early years.
Today, futsal can be enjoyed at many different levels. We have youth coaching and leagues, adult recreational leagues, women’s futsal on offer as well as local universities competing in competitions. Participation has been growing over a number of years and the club’s membership reflects a diverse cross section of players from different communities."
Buy tickets to the 4 day 'festival of futsal' here.
Stay tuned to all the news, updates and results from accross the event on their socials:
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To see our other interviews, check out the Manchester Active In Focus page here.
This momentous event comes on the heels of Manchester Futsal's extraordinary treble-winning season, a testament to their skill, determination, and leadership.
At the forefront of this success is Simon Wright, the founder and CEO of Manchester Futsal.
We recently sat down with Simon to discuss the team's remarkable journey, the significance of hosting such a prestigious tournament in Manchester, and what fans can expect from this historic occasion.
Join us as we delve into the insights and experiences of the man who has been instrumental in elevating Manchester Futsal to new heights.
why is hosting champions league futsal so special for manchester futsal and futsal in manchester more generally?
"The UEFA Futsal Champions League is the leading futsal competition. Naturally, clubs from futsal leagues across Europe all want to be compete at this level to test themselves. 56 clubs have entered this season so it’s a notable achievement for Manchester Futsal Club to line up against them.The club have worked really hard over the last 15 years to put futsal on the map in Manchester so staging this event will elevate our position further, hopefully reaching new audiences that are interested to see the game played live in the city against international opposition.
Fundamentally futsal is a small-sided football game so in this football crazy city we know it will be appreciated and provides a contrasting spectacle to the eleven a-side format. Futsal is high intensity action, lots of skill and tactical strategies. There is no better sport to watch live in an arena."
describe the journey and evolution of the sport of futsal in manchester
"Futsal’s arrival in the city was around 2006 and started with the formation of Manchester Futsal Club. There was considerable ambition amongst the club founders to grow the club and reach the highest level, regardless of how difficult that journey was perceived.The starting point was all about educating people about the sport, sharing our passion, justifying the value of futsal. The club joined the FA’s National Futsal League and didn’t look back. The mission then become about trying to bring more people with us and create a futsal community.
The club focussed on engaging young children, female players and working with local colleges and universities to develop teams and futsal provision in those early years.
Today, futsal can be enjoyed at many different levels. We have youth coaching and leagues, adult recreational leagues, women’s futsal on offer as well as local universities competing in competitions. Participation has been growing over a number of years and the club’s membership reflects a diverse cross section of players from different communities."
what does the ability to host events like this say about the city?
"Manchester as a city is a sporting magnet, all sports want to tap into its appeal and capability of hosting unique events and sporting moments. The breadth and scope of sporting events staged is unrivalled. UEFA were very excited that Manchester Futsal Club showed the desire to host its leading futsal competition in England and create history for the sport in England."what does the future look like?
"Manchester Futsal Club wants to continue to be at the forefront of the development of the sport in the city. We want to sustain our success and attract more fans and players into the game. We are already delivering a player pathway from our youth teams to the senior teams. There is no limit to our potential, the sport is young and has a bright future in the city."how can new fans in manchester get involved?
"New fans can follow us in the UEFA Futsal Champions league over our three Group D games but also when the domestic futsal season starts in September. All of our games are staged at the National Cycling Centre. For those young players that want to play they can find out more information at www.manchesterfutsalacademy.com"Buy tickets to the 4 day 'festival of futsal' here.
Stay tuned to all the news, updates and results from accross the event on their socials:
To see our other interviews, check out the Manchester Active In Focus page here.
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