Beach Soccer: Art and Technique on the Sand

Beach soccer is the most dynamic and spectacular version of football played on sand. The game follows a 5v5 format, consisting of 3 periods (12 minutes each). Since dribbling the ball on the ground is difficult on sand, aerial balls, bicycle kicks, and acrobatic moves are frequent. This makes the game very exciting to watch.

Brazil is also a leader in beach soccer. Legendary players — Madjer, Amarelle, and Bruno Xavier — are stars of this sport. The FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup is held every two years, and spectator numbers are growing. Beach soccer is particularly popular in tropical countries, with Thailand, Japan, and Senegal having strong teams.

Beach soccer is also in the development stage in Uzbekistan. Although the country has no sea, artificial beach courts can be constructed. Playing on a sand court outdoors in the summer is a wonderful pastime. Through Playmatch, the possibility of creating beach soccer groups and searching for specialized courts can be expanded.