Manchester United’s Cunha Praises Futsal on TNT - Perfect Timing Ahead of Manchester Futsal Tournament

Manchester United star Cunha recently spoke on TNT Sports about how futsal played a crucial part in his early development, helping him build the close control, speed of movement, and creativity that now define his playing style. His comments have arrived at the perfect moment as Manchester United and Manchester Futsal Club prepare to deliver a special youth futsal experience on Saturday, 6th December.

Speaking about futsal, Cunha highlighted the qualities the sport gave him from a young age:

“Futsal taught me how to hold the ball.”

“Futsal brings loads of creativity.”

“Football is a game of small moments, and futsal gives me this flow in a small pitch in the hard moments.”

These insights reinforce what coaches across both clubs have believed: futsal develops the skills that modern football demands - creativity, control, fast decision-making, and composure under pressure.

A Tournament Built on Opportunity and Player Development

The Manchester Futsal Tournament is a unique collaboration designed to give young players the same technical advantages Cunha experienced. Bringing together elite pre-academy players and top-level grassroots teams, the tournament offers a chance to compete in a true futsal environment .

It’s a rare moment where players can challenge themselves, learn, and experience a format that accelerates football development.

Academy Director Ilya Ovechkin believes Cunha’s comments highlight why this tournament is so important for young players:

“Hearing Cunha speak about how futsal shaped him shows exactly why we create these opportunities.

At Manchester Futsal Club, we are all about giving young players the environment to test themselves, learn the game properly, and understand how futsal can support their development.

Having Manchester United participate strengthens this even more. Our relationship with the club is growing, and together we want to create experiences that help players across Manchester reach the next level.”

A Manchester Collaboration Built for the Next Generation

The work between Manchester Futsal Club and Manchester United demonstrates a shared vision: give young players the highest-quality environments to grow.

The tournament will take place at the National Cycling Centre, a world-class arena.

This setting ensures that every player - whether from grassroots or a pre-academy program - experiences futsal at its best.

All Eyes on December 6th

As Manchester United and Manchester Futsal Club come together once again, December 6th is set to deliver a first-class futsal experience for young players and families across Greater Manchester. Backed by Cunha’s reflections on the importance of futsal, this tournament will showcase talent, development, and the future of the sport.

Tournament Date: Saturday, 6th December

Pre-register now at: https://www.manchesterfutsalleague.com/tournaments.html