The draw for the futsal tournaments at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games took place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the headquarters of the International Federation in Zurich, Switzerland. The event confirmed the group compositions for both the men's and women's competitions, which will be held in Dakar, Senegal, later this year.
According to the official announcement, the men's tournament features 10 teams divided into two groups of five. Group A includes Senegal (hosts), Brazil, Iran, France, and Guatemala. Group B consists of Argentina, Egypt, Japan, New Zealand, and Spain. The women's tournament also has 10 teams, with Group A comprising Senegal, Brazil, Iran, France, and Guatemala, and Group B featuring Argentina, Egypt, Japan, New Zealand, and Spain.
The Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, originally scheduled for 2022 but postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, are now set to take place from October 22 to November 9, 2026. This will be the first Youth Olympic Games held in Africa. The futsal events will be a key part of the program, showcasing young talent from around the world.
Matches will be played at the Dakar Arena and other venues in the Senegalese capital. The tournament format includes a group stage followed by knockout rounds, with medals awarded to the top three teams in each gender category. Further details on the schedule and ticket sales are expected to be released in the coming months.
