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Futsal

About Futsal

Futsal is the indoor format of football, played between two teams of five players including a goalkeeper, with rolling substitutions throughout the match. Played on a hard court with a smaller, low-bounce ball, the game is quick, technical and rewards creativity, control and sharp decision making in tight spaces.

Football West is committed to growing futsal across Western Australia and strengthening the pathways available to players, coaches and referees. Through collaboration with the local futsal community, the focus is on creating a more connected and recognised structure that supports participation, development and progression at all levels.

Football West delivers its own F-League competition, providing a structured and competitive environment for players across men’s, women’s and youth formats. This sits alongside broader pathway opportunities, including the selection and preparation of state teams to represent Western Australia at national championships, giving players the chance to compete against the best in the country.

This approach supports club development, education for coaches and referees, and expanded opportunities across both metropolitan and regional areas. With futsal continuing to grow rapidly, it plays an important role in the football landscape in Western Australia and offers a strong platform for skill development and progression.

Frequently Asked Questions

Futsal is played under FIFA’s Futsal Laws of the Game and uses a smaller court-based format with futsal-specific rules. Check the competition listing for local conditions, then register through the relevant competition pathway.

Teams play with up to five players including a goalkeeper, and the match cannot start or resume if a team has fewer than three. Confirm competition rules, then register via the relevant futsal pathway.

Yes, substitutions are unlimited during a match (with substitute limits depending on competition rules). Check your competition handbook and register through the competition’s signup link.

No, there is no offside in futsal. Check the FIFA laws for details, then refer to the local competition rules for any additional regulations.

Age groups depend on the competition and year (varies). For state futsal pathways, trial notices list teams/age groups each year, so check the current notice and register through the linked form.

The Football West F-League is the elite futsal competition for clubs, with senior men’s and senior women’s categories and a published season window (late Jan to late Mar 2026 in the current notice). Clubs need to apply, so check the current notice and email futsal@footballwest.com.au with questions.

Venues vary and are often confirmed after entries are finalised. Check your competition notice for venue confirmation before the season starts.

For general futsal questions, email info@footballwest.com.au or use Participant Support if you need help finding the right program. For F-League competition questions, use the futsal contact listed in the current notice.