Hundreds at launch of new futsal arena

OLDHAM College’s launch of its new futsal arena kicked off in style.

Hundreds of junior players and guests visited the refurbished sports centre. An under-eights futsal festival got things underway on Saturday morning, as well as a charity futsal tournament later in the day.

The new indoor football arena will allow people to play the global standard and FIFA-approved version of the five-a-side game.

Featuring three pitches - one the full FIFA regulation size - the new arena will be available to the community and will include parking, changing rooms and interactive spectator areas.