Separate but associated

Indoor, fast, and skilful.

Oxford University Futsal is a separate but associated club. Men's and women's sides compete in the BUCS futsal leagues, training on the glass floor at Iffley Road's Acer Nethercott Hall.

Futsal (also known as fútsal or footsal) is a variant of association football played on a hard court, smaller than a football pitch, and mainly indoors. It shares similarities to five-a-side football. Futsal is inclusive of all genders and levels of experience, and we welcome enquiries from those with a disability regarding the accessibility of the sport.

The club fields two futsal sides for men and women who compete in BUCS. It is one of the newest sports at Oxford and gives players the opportunity to play on the glass floor in the Acer Nethercott Hall at the Iffley Road Sports Centre. Matches mainly happen on the weekend, so it is a sport that fits around the busy Oxford schedule. Teams are coached by Luis Melville, who brings 20 years of futsal experience. We also run open sessions on Monday evenings for players looking to try the sport out.

Men's Futsal · 2026/27

Midlands Tier 2, training on Wednesday mornings.

The Oxford University Men's First Team competes in Tier 2 of university futsal, representing Oxford in league competitions throughout the season. Training sessions focus on developing technical skills, tactical awareness, and team coordination, with an emphasis on the fast style unique to futsal.

We pride ourselves on our resilience. A highlight of the 25/26 season was our promotion into Tier 2 after winning the league on goal difference.

Players benefit from regular competitive matches, structured coaching, and a committed squad environment. We welcome all students whether they have strong football or futsal backgrounds or are totally new to the sport. Training is on Wednesday mornings throughout the academic year from 7:30 to 9:00 am.

If this appeals to you, please email samuel.pickup@wolfson.ox.ac.uk to express your interest.

Women's Futsal · 2026/27

Midlands Tier 2, training on Thursday evenings.

Oxford University Women's team plays in the BUCS Midlands Tier 2 futsal league and cup competitions, both of which are the largest in the country. The squad is competitive, friendly, and inclusive.

Futsal is five-a-side with unlimited substitutions. It is an indoor sport played on a court to lines, not off the walls. The ball bounces lower, encouraging more dribbling and passing. Goalkeepers are arguably the most important member of the team.

With the formation of a newly formed England women's team preparing for a World Cup campaign and a thriving domestic league, there has never been a better time to get involved.

Training is at the Acer Nethercott Hall at Iffley Road on Thursdays from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. There is also a Cuppers Futsal competition in the final semester to get involved with.

If you are interested in playing, or have any queries, please email jessica.frater@lmh.ox.ac.uk.

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From the court

The Acer Nethercott Hall at Iffley Road has a glass floor and a full-size futsal court.