Futsal is the FIFA and UEFA recognised form of small-sided football.
The FA's 2001 Development Strategy cited the development of this form of small-sided as a key objective. Raising awareness of the game, through activity such as promoting the National Futsal team will help the cause. For an explanation of the game and how it differs from 5-a-side as well as a downloadable laws look here
To find out more about playing futsal in Manchester visit http://www.manchesterfutsal.com/ The first Futsal club in Manchester and in England to receive the Charter Standard Adult Club award.
