Established2017
The start of a national pathway
GBMFU was formed in Manchester to represent Great Britain within the international minifootball community.
Who we are
Britain’s game.
Global ambition.
GBMFU exists to develop minifootball across Great Britain and create credible routes into European and world competition.
Our purpose
Connect with GBMFU ↗Open the international game
We connect outstanding small-sided teams, players and referees with opportunities to represent their country and compete in recognised international competitions.
Leadership
The people behind the pathway.
A team combining minifootball competition, refereeing, media and international experience.
Mark Staines
PresidentGBMFU’s first President, focused on football operations, international competition and the continued growth of the game.
Martin Cassidy
Vice President · Head of RefereeingAn experienced referee educator and international minifootball official leading the GBMFU referee pathway.
Ayaan Khan
Head of Media & Film ProductionLeading visual storytelling, match coverage and the digital growth of England’s national minifootball teams.
Our journeyLocal roots.
Local roots.
World stage.
GBMFU’s role is to turn the scale and passion of Britain’s small-sided game into meaningful national and international opportunity.
Great Britain
A single organisation supporting England, Scotland and Wales minifootball pathways.
Players and officials
Routes for senior teams, U23 players and licensed minifootball referees.
Europe and the world
Opportunities linked to European and world minifootball competition.
Standards
Built on clear governance.
This section will become the home for GBMFU policies, safeguarding, competition standards and organisational information.
Governance
Structure, responsibilities and official organisational information.
Safeguarding
Clear contacts, reporting routes and policies for all participants.
Competition standards
Rules, eligibility, discipline and the standards expected at GBMFU events.
Help shape the future.
Players, officials, organisers and partners all have a part to play in growing Britain’s minifootball pathway.
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