- League Structure and Key Dates
Seasons and Key Dates:
- Season 1: February to April 2025
- Preseason: February 16-23, 2025
- Regular Season: February 2 – March 30, 2025
- Playoff Championship: April 6, 2025
- Season 2: April to June
- Preseason: April 20, 2025
- Regular Season: April 27 – June 22, 2025
- Playoff Championship: June 29, 2025
Match Days and Venue:
- Every Sunday
- Location: Crystal Palace National Sports Centre
- Timings: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Divisions and Age Groups:
- Age Groups: U12 (2012) – U16 (2008), plus an Open Division (2007+)
- Divisions: Boys and Girls (subject to registration numbers)
Competition Structure:
- Teams: 32 teams divided across U12 and U16 age categories, split into four groups of eight for each age group.
- Format: Round-robin matches followed by knockout stages, culminating in a playoff championship. Same for open age.
- Match Duration:
- U12: 2 x 15-minute halves with a 5-minute halftime
- U16: 2 x 20-minute halves with a 5-minute halftime
- Intervals: 10 minutes between each match for team transitions and setup
- Registration and Fees
Player and Team Registration:
- Player Fee: £15/month (12-month commitment)
- Includes an official F33 League kit and access to content (highlights, streams, etc.)
- Team Fee: £25/month (12-month commitment)
- Includes official recognition, scheduling, and administrative support
Match Fee:
- Per Player: £5 per game
- Content and Coverage
Media and Analytics:
- Live Streaming: Each match will be streamed, giving access to family, scouts, and fans worldwide.
- Highlights and Key Moments: Post-match highlights focused on significant plays and player performance.
- Player Analytics: Detailed performance metrics provided to teams and players, fostering development.
- Weekly Match Schedule and Format
The weekly schedule is designed for efficiency, with two courts running parallel matches to complete all games within a day.
U12 Morning Matches (10:00 AM – 12:50 PM):
- Court 1 and Court 2: Matches scheduled in 35-minute intervals, allowing all 8 U12 games to be completed by 12:50 PM.
U16 & Open age Afternoon Matches (1:00 PM – 4:30 PM):
- Court 1 and Court 2: Matches scheduled in 45-minute intervals, completing all 8 U16 games by 4:30 PM.
Overflow/Special Matches (Optional):
- 4:45 PM – 5:30 PM: Reserved slots for additional games or rescheduling.
- Goals and Vision
Talent Development and Exposure: The F33 Super League aims to nurture U12 and U16 talent by providing a high-quality platform for skills development and exposure. With robust media coverage, players gain visibility, potentially leading to academy placements or advanced opportunities.
Preparation for Dakar 2026: Through structured and competitive play, the league is aligned with standards expected at the Youth Olympics and professional academies, serving as a pipeline for future professional athletes in futsal and football.
Global Ambition: The F33 Super League is positioned to set a new standard in youth sports and aims to become the premier global youth league for futsal, fostering pathways to international competition and achievement.