The futsal and five market - Spain (2024)

1.2 The global market

The global futsal market was estimated at $***.** million in **** and is expected to grow at a CAGR of **.**% to ****.

Global futsal sales growth projections World, **** - ****, in $ millions Source: ****

Futsal gained popularity as a sport, first in South America, helped by national federations that were the first to structure with the creation in **** of the International Futsal Federation (***). by contrast, in the rest of the world, and particularly in Europe, despite countries' participation in international competitions, it wasn't until the introduction of paying complexes that the number of subscribers grew significantly.

Futsal practice varies from country to country: the USA and Canada were among the first to introduce futsal, but the sport has remained sporadic.conversely, in the UK and Scandinavian countries, futsal was introduced only very recently, but has developed rapidly. The only exceptions are Spain and Italy, which were among the first to introduce futsal in ****, the date of the first FIFA Futsal World Cup.

Three markets stand out in terms of the number of Futsal licensees:England,Italy and Japan. The English market is probably the one that developed most rapidly from the ****s onwards. This rapid development has resulted in significant growth in revenues generated by futsal ...

1.3 National market estimate

The futsal market in Spain has a unique structure, with a multitude of infrastructures available throughout the country. In ****, futsal accounted for **.*% of Spain's sports infrastructure, with a total of **,*** facilities, divided between **,*** open spaces and *,*** closed spaces. This reflects the sport's strong presence throughout the country.

However, despite the abundance of facilities, the futsal population declined between **** and ****. Among men, the percentage of practitioners fell from **.*% in **** to *.*% in ****, while among women, it fell from *.*% in **** to *.*% in ****. The total futsal population has also fallen, from *.*% in **** to *.*% in ****. However, this decline can be explained by an increase in the current proportion of older people within the Spanish population, coupled with a decrease in the proportion of younger people.

Despite this decline, futsal remains one of the most popular sports in Spain, although not at the top of the list of physical activities. In ****, the most popular sports in Spain will be hiking and mountaineering(***). Futsal, combined with indoor and beach soccer, accounts for just *.*% of all players, placing it behind sports such as padel, **-a-side and *-a-side soccer, and even basketball.

The existence of a private market for futsal pitch rental in Spain is relatively recent and still underdeveloped. ...

2.1 Sports in Spain

Between **** and ****, the proportion of the Spanish population taking part in sport increased slightly, with a notable difference between the genders. In **** and ****, **.*% of the population took part in sport, with **.*% of men and **.*% of women. In ****, the trend has progressed, reaching **.*% for the whole population (***). This trend shows an overall increase in sports participation in Spain, with women catching up more sharply.

Share of Spanish population practicing sport by gender Spain, ****-****, % (***) Source: ****

When analyzing sports participation by age between **** and ****, trends also vary by age group. Among **- to **-year-olds, the proportion has remained stable, with a slight increase in **** to **.*% (***). In the **-** age group, the proportion has also fallen, from **.*% in **** and **** to **.*% in **** (***), reflecting a growing interest in physical activity in this age group.

Share of the population taking part in sport in Spain, by age group Spain, ****-****, % (***) Source: ****

Depending on the level of education between **** and ****, there will also be variations in sports participation. For people with a level of education corresponding to the first stage of secondary education and below, the proportion has risen from **.*% in **** and **** to **.*% in **** (***). Finally, among individuals who have reached a higher level of education, sports participation has ...

2.2 Fustal practice

Between **** and ****, the percentage of the Spanish population who played futsal underwent different evolutions according to gender. Among men, the rate fell from **.*% in **** to *.*% in ****, a drop of *.* points, before rising slightly to *.*% in **** (***).

Percentage of Spanish population practicing footsalle Spain, ****-****, % total population Source: ****

As regards the practice of futsal by age, the data show a significant decline between **** and ****, followed by a slight upturn for certain groups. For those aged ** to **, practice fell from **.*% in **** to **.*% in ****, a drop of **.* points, before rising again to **.*% in **** (***).

Futsal practice by age Spain, ****-****, % of total population Source: ****

As for the evolution of the intensity of futsal practice in Spain between **** and ****, there is a general decline followed by a slight recovery towards the end of the period. For those who played futsal at least once a year, the proportion fell from *.*% in **** to *.*% in **** (***).

Futsal practice intensity Spain, ****-****, % of total Source: ****

Finally, in ****, futsal players in Spain also took part in other sports, demonstrating the great diversity of their physical activities. Logically, soccer remained the most popular sport among them, with **.*% of futsal players also practicing it. Cycling (***) followed closely behind, reflecting the popularity of endurance disciplines. Hiking ...

2.3 Club futsal

In Spain, for the ****-**** season, the number of professional futsal licensees will be *** for men and *** for women. Number of professional futsal licensees in Spain Spain, ****-****, number of licensees Source: ****

Male licensees:

With regard to amateur male futsal licensees in Spain for the ****-**** season, the figures show a significant distribution across different age categories. The amateur category had the highest number of licensees with **,*** players, followed by the juvenile category with **,***. The cadet and infantil categories had **,*** and **,*** players respectively.

Young players in the alevín and benjamin categories accounted for **,*** and **,*** licensees respectively, showing a significant base of young players in Spanish futsal. Finally, the youngest categories, such as pre-benjamin and beginner, accounted for **,*** and *,*** licensees respectively, confirming the early involvement in the sport.

Number of male futsal licensees in Spain by category Spain, ****-****, thousands of licensees Source: ****

Female licensees :

In Spain, for the ****-**** season, female futsal licensees were significantly distributed across different age categories. The amateur category had the highest number of female players, with *,*** licensees, followed by the juvenile category, with *,*** licensees. The cadet and infantil categories had *,*** and *,*** players respectively. Among the youngest categories, there were *,*** licensees in the alevín and ...

3.1 Premises available for rent

The Pista En Juego website lists futsal pitches that can be rented in Spain to play on outside a particular club or entity. In ****, the site listed *** places offering this service. The service also shows that most of the players on the market are public.

In ****, the distribution of sports facilities for renting a futsal pitch in Spain shows a high concentration in certain provinces. Barcelona clearly stands out with *** sports facilities, making it the province with the highest number of facilities available. Behind Barcelona is Madrid with ** facilities, followed by Alicante with ** and Málaga with **. Other provinces such as Asturias (***) also have a significant number of sites available for rental. These regions dominate the market in terms of infrastructure, making futsal more accessible in Spain.

3.2 Sports facilities available

In ****, Spain had **,*** futsal halls, divided between **,*** open spaces (***), according to the last census of sports facilities in ****. These infrastructures reflect the importance of futsal in the country, with a majority of outdoor pitches allowing outdoor practice, complemented by indoor spaces offering conditions suitable for competitions and training, whatever the weather conditions.

Indoor soccer halls available in Spain Spain, ****, thousands of halls Source: ****

In ****, futsal facilities accounted for **.*% of sports infrastructures in Spain, while other sports accounted for **.*%. This shows the importance of futsal in Spain, as this segment is a significant part of the country's available infrastructure.

Indoor soccer facilities among other sports in Spain Spain, ****, % of total Source: ****

It should be noted, however, that not all these spaces correspond to futsal pitches available for hire. In fact, these data cover all existing pitches, and include some that are only accessible in certain situations (***).

3.3 Leagues and championships

In Spain, futsal is organized around two main entities: the Liga Nacional de Fútbol Sala (***). The LNFS is historically the organization that manages professional futsal competitions, notably the Primera and Segunda División, focusing on club development, the management of broadcasting rights, and the promotion of competitions to the public. It plays a key role in the organization of national leagues and tournaments.

On the other hand, the RFEF, as the official federation for soccer and futsal in Spain, has a regulatory role. It issues official licenses, regulates the rules of the game, supervises national futsal teams and organizes competitions such as the Copa del Rey and the Supercopa de España. Although the two bodies share a common goal of promoting futsal, the LNFS focuses more on the commercial and media development of the professional leagues, while the RFEF is responsible for the regulation and administrative management of the sport on a national scale.

League *:

The table below shows the L* futsal clubs in Spain in ****:

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League *:

The table below shows the L* futsal clubs in Spain in ****:

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State of futsal competitions:

Futsal in Spain is one of the most popular sports, especially among youngsters in schoolyards. ...

4.1 Offer typology

The points below show the range of futsal pitches available in Spain:

In the private sector:

Main offer: rental of a futsal pitch for one hour (***).

Other game formats: *-a-side soccer: We also offer pitches for matches with more players, enabling you to diversify your playing experience.

Additional services (***): Technification school: Offers training programs for children and teenagers, focusing on the development of technical skills. Birthdays and events: Organization of events such as birthdays, parties and recreational activities for children (***). Leagues and tournaments: Resorts like GolaGol organize amateur leagues where teams can register and play regularly. Match recording: You can film matches for a souvenir or to analyze performance. GolaGol Store: Sale of football-related clothing and accessories. Bar-Restaurant and BBQ: Some complexes include catering areas and the possibility of reserving a barbecue for group events. Soccer academies (***): In addition to pitch rental, some soccer academies allow clubs and teams to rent pitches for regular training sessions.

In the public sector:

Main offer: Futsal pitch rental integrated into multi-sport complexes: Futsal pitches are often part of an infrastructure package that includes pitches for other sports (***).

Diversification of sporting activities: Public complexes often offer a variety of sporting activities, depending on the infrastructure ...

4.2 Prices and strategies

Source: ****

These prices and services highlight various strategies:

strategies based on location:

Differentiation by city: For example, rates are higher in Barcelona at €** per hour, reflecting higher demand and a more developed infrastructure. Whereas in Zaragoza or San Sebastián, prices are lower, around **-**€ per hour, probably due to lower demand or lower operational costs.

Localized access to facilities: Some cities offer competitive and flexible rates to attract local players. In cities like Madrid, municipal courts are priced at €** per hour, making facilities accessible to a larger number of participants.

Time-based strategies:

Differentiating rates by time of day: Companies adjust their prices according to time slots. For example, in Zaragoza, weekday prices vary between €** and €**, depending on the time of day. Rates are generally lower for morning or mid-day slots (***).

Weekends and public holidays: Prices for weekend and bank holiday matches remain competitive (***), with greater pitch availability to meet demand.

Additional services - Lighting:

Additional rates for specific services: Some facilities, such as San Sebastián, charge an additional €* per hour for additional services such as pitch lighting, particularly for evening sessions. This maximizes facility revenues while offering players greater flexibility.

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4.3 Prices and construction features

According to Habitissimo, a quote comparison service specializing in construction in Spain, the average cost of building a futsal pitch in **** was €**,***. However, this price only covers the construction of the pitch, not the ancillary infrastructure.

Average price of a futsal pitch in Spain Spain, ****, € Source: ****

However, this price may vary according to the ancillary infrastructure created. For example, a pitch equipped with bleachers, toilets and changing rooms is estimated to cost between €**,*** and €**,***.

Average construction costs for a futsal pitch including bleachers, changing rooms and toilets Spain, ****, € Source: ****

Summary of the main specifications for a futsal pitch : Size of pitch : Standard dimensions: The futsal pitch is a rectangle with dimensions ranging from ** to ** meters in length and ** to ** meters in width. International competitions: The pitch must measure between ** and ** metres in length and ** to ** metres in width. The standard generally applied for professional competitions is ** meters long and ** meters wide. Variants for youth and special categories: For under-**s, women's teams, veterans or people with disabilities, adjustments can be made to reduce the pitch dimensions. For example, for the benjamins and alevins categories, the recommended dimensions are ** to ** meters long and ** to ** meters wide. Outer strips and safety : A safety ...

5.1 Legislation

In Spain, futsal is mainly regulated by two major bodies: the Real Federación Española de Fútbol(***). These two institutions govern national competitions and promote the sport. Here are the main legal and regulatory aspects of futsal in Spain:

*. Sporting regulations :

Rules of the game: Futsal is played according to the rules laid down by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (***) and adapted by the RFEF. These rules include aspects relating to pitch dimensions, match duration, number of players, equipment, fouls and sanctions, as well as competition criteria. Licenses and competitions : The RFEF issues licenses for players, coaches and referees, and regulates official competitions. High-level competitions, such as the Primera División de Futsal (***), are subject to strict standards in terms of organization, safety and regulation of facilities. Refereeing and discipline: Futsal refereeing and discipline rules are defined by the RFEF, with specific sanctions for infractions, violent or unsportsmanlike behavior.

*. Sports facilities :

Technical standards: Futsal pitches must comply with the technical standards set by the RFEF and FIFA, particularly in terms of dimensions, ground quality, safety, lighting and safety zones around the pitch. These criteria are set out in the Normas NIDE (***), which define the ...

6.1 Segmentation

• UrbanSoccer
• Fútbol Indoor La Academia
• Soccerworld
• CataloniaSports
• GolaGol