Ukraine's Futsal Team in the UEFA Rankings
Ukraine's national futsal team maintains its fifth-place position in the latest UEFA rankings, having earned 2344.186 points. The team trails behind Portugal, Spain, Russia, and Kazakhstan, with the latter holding 2384.943 points. Futsal, the fast-paced indoor version of football, enjoys significant popularity across Europe.
In January 2023, Ukraine competed in the Euro 2026 qualifiers. Under the guidance of coach Oleksandr Kosenko, the team successfully navigated the group stage but was eliminated in the quarter-finals following a 2:4 defeat to France.
Upcoming Tournament Schedule
The next major tournament for the Ukrainian squad will be the 2028 FIFA Futsal World Cup, where they will begin their campaign in the main qualification round. The draw for this stage is scheduled for May 19, 2024.
Furthermore, Ukraine has received its match calendar for the new UEFA Futsal Nations League season. Their first Nations League match is an away fixture against Hungary on September 25, 2024. Ukraine has been placed in League B, Group 2, where they will also face Georgia and Northern Ireland. The winner of Group B2 will earn promotion to the elite Division A of the Nations League.
The team's consistent position in the UEFA rankings highlights its stability and ongoing development on the international stage. Participation in upcoming competitions like the 2028 World Cup and the Nations League presents fresh opportunities to improve results and elevate the team's performance level. Matches against Hungary, Georgia, and Northern Ireland will serve as a crucial preparatory phase for future challenges and for boosting the squad's ranking.