THE National Futsal Championship is set to be an exciting and highly competitive event, organised by the Kashif & Shangai Organisation with the support of the Government of Guyana.
Scheduled to kick off on November 19, 2024, and concluding on January 1, 2025, this tournament will take place at the recently refurbished Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, which is expected to provide an excellent venue for both players and fans alike.
With 64 teams from across the nation participating, the tournament is designed to be an annual fixture on Guyana’s sports calendar, bringing together a diverse range of football talent.

The organisers have made it clear that this championship will not only highlight the competitive spirit of futsal in Guyana, but also serve as a platform to showcase some of the best footballers in the country. The straight knockout format promises to deliver thrilling matches as teams battle for supremacy.
The competition will be particularly enticing due to the substantial prize money on offer.

The first-place team will walk away with a remarkable $1.5 million, while the second-place team will receive $1 million.
The third and fourth places are also incentivised with prizes of $500,000 and $200,000, respectively.

Additionally, there will be various cash prizes awarded to outstanding players throughout the tournament, ensuring that individual performances are recognised and celebrated. Notably, the top 16 teams will be outfitted with uniforms, enhancing the overall professionalism and presentation of the event.
In an effort to make the tournament accessible to a wider audience, matches will be streamed from the quarter-finals onward, allowing fans who cannot attend in person to follow the action live.
This initiative is expected to increase viewership and engagement, further promoting futsal and football in Guyana.

Kashif Muhammad, Co-Director of the organising team and chairman of the National Sports Commission, expressed his enthusiasm for the tournament.
He emphasised that the event will feature the best players in the country, bringing together top talent and fostering a sense of community and competition. Muhammad stated, “This championship truly brings together all of the top players in the country. It’s an opportunity for them to shine and for fans to witness high-quality futsal.”

Muhammad mentioned the possibility of adjusting the tournament dates in light of the Golden Jaguars’ match against Barbados scheduled for the same day as the tournament’s opening.

This consideration highlights the organisers’ commitment to allowing fans to support the national team, further reflecting the intertwined nature of sports culture in Guyana.
Moreover, Muhammad assured stakeholders that there is “no conflict of interest” regarding the National Sports Commission’s involvement, clarifying that the NSC is not directly involved in the organization of this tournament.
As the countdown to the tournament begins, excitement is building among players, teams, and fans.

The National Futsal Championship promises to be a landmark event in Guyana’s sporting landscape, celebrating the rich talent within the nation and fostering a love for futsal that will resonate for years to come.