The European Universities Futsal Championship 2025 officially came to an end on July 25 with a vibrant Closing Ceremony held at the iconic Drazen Petrovic Sports Hall in Zagreb, Croatia.

Athletes, volunteers, organisers and fans gathered in a joyful celebration of sporting excellence, unity and friendship. This year’s event brought together over 600 participants from 30 universities across 16 countries, highlighting the true spirit of European sport and collaboration.

In the men’s final, Azerbaijan Sport Academy (AZE) delivered an unforgettable performance, claiming the gold with a dominant 7-2 win over the University of Valencia (ESP).

The women’s final saw an exciting matchup between National Pedagogical Dragomanov University (UKR) and the University of Barcelona (ESP), with the Ukrainian team taking the title after a 4-2 victory.

Men’s Competition
1st place: Azerbaijan Sport Academy (AZE)
2nd place: University of Valencia (ESP)
3rd place: University of Castilla-La Mancha (ESP)

Women’s Competition
1st place: National Pedagogical Dragomanov University (UKR)
2nd place: University of Barcelona (ESP)
3rd place: Rey Juan Carlos University (ESP)

Men’s Competition
Best Goalkeeper: Aghaseyid Gasimov – Azerbaijan Sport Academy
Top Scorer: Garcia Sanchez Mario – University of Castilla-La Mancha (14 goals)
MVP: Jorge Arechaga Lull – University of Valencia
All-Star Team: Aghalizada Khazar – Azerbaijan Sport Academy, Ignacio Parreño Tébar – University of Valencia, Aghaseyid Gasimov – Azerbaijan Sport Academy, Garcia Sanchez Mario – University of Castilla-La Mancha, Jorge Arechaga Lull – University of Valencia
Fair Play Award: University of Warwick (GBR)

Women’s Competition
Best Goalkeeper: Silvia Garcia Milla Remirez – Rey Juan Carlos University
Top Scorer: Rojo Querol Laia – University of Barcelona (10 goals)
MVP: Kseniia Hrytsenko – National Pedagogical Dragomanov University
All-Star Team: Daria Kovshyk – National Pedagogical Dragomanov University, Torres Alvarez Laura – University of Barcelona, Silvia Garcia Milla Remirez – Rey Juan Carlos University, Rojo Querol Laia – University of Barcelona, Kseniia Hrytsenko – National Pedagogical Dragomanov University
Fair Play Award: University of Amsterdam (NED)

The men’s final was officiated by Damian Grabowski (POL) as 1st referee, Daniel Matkovic (SUI) as 2nd referee, Sławomir Steczko (POL) as 3rd referee, Arttu Kyynarainen (FIN) as 4th referee, and Cedric Pelissier (FRA) as timekeeper.

In the women’s final, referees were Chiara Perona (ITA), Marijana Orešić (CRO), Annamaria Tolnay (HUN), Monika Czudzinowicz (POL), with Jasmina Mickoska (SRB) as timekeeper.

During the ceremony, Haris Pavletic, President of the Croatian Academic Sports Federation and 1st Vice President of EUSA, addressed the participants and praised the high level of competition, fair play and organisation shown throughout the event.
The President of the Zagreb Academic Sports Federation, Davor Pavlovic, also took the floor to thank all teams and volunteers for making the championship memorable and extended best wishes for a safe journey home to all delegations.

A dedicated team of over 36 local and international volunteers ensured the smooth running of the event. Their efforts were instrumental and deeply appreciated by organisers and athletes alike. Beyond the matches, participants enjoyed a lively atmosphere around Zagreb, with cultural side events, social gatherings at Club Roko and the city’s warm hospitality adding to the championship’s unique identity. One volunteer shared: “Being part of something so international and full of positive energy was truly unforgettable. I met incredible people, made new friendships, shared so many laughs, and got to do something I genuinely love. Even as a volunteer, I learned so much and felt like I was part of something really big.”

The symbolic passing of the EUSA flag to a Spanish official marked the official conclusion of this year’s tournament and a warm welcome to the next host: the next edition of the European Universities Futsal Championship will take place in Madrid, Spain, in 2027; while all university teams from across Europe are invited to join the next Futsal competition in Salerno, Italy already next summer, during the European Universities Games 2026.

For more information and photos of EUC Futsal 2025, please visit the official website of the event: futsal2025.eusa.eu