Brazil and Portugal step onto the PhilSports Arena court on Sunday, December 7, with history up for grabs as they contest the first-ever FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup championship. Both squads have marched through the tournament unbeaten, setting up a heavyweight clash worthy of the sport’s newest global crown.

Their paths to the final were defined by authority and precision. Brazil, the top-ranked team in the world, overpowered Spain with a 4–1 masterclass in the semifinals, while Portugal, ranked No. 3, dismantled Argentina in a 7–1 display of pace and ruthlessness. The title match begins at 7:30 p.m., promising a showcase of elite futsal at the highest level.

The bronze-medal match opens the day at 5 p.m. as Spain and Argentina aim to close their campaigns on a strong note after setbacks in the semifinals. Both squads enter the contest seeking redemption in a tournament backed by the Philippine Sports Commission and the Philippine Football Federation.

Portugal eyes breakthrough against dominant Brazil

Portugal’s goalkeeper Ana Catarina Pereira acknowledged the magnitude of the challenge ahead, noting that the Brazilians’ blend of skill and experience demands near-flawless execution. She emphasized that a World Cup final raises the intensity further, heightening every possession and defensive read.

Brazil’s Bianca echoed that sentiment while stressing the need for disciplined marking and attention to detail. She said the final would reward strategic sharpness as much as physical endurance, adding that both teams are primed to deliver a spectacle worthy of the moment.

Star power headline a blockbuster championship duel

Some of the sport’s biggest names headline the final, with Brazil bannered by Emilly, Amandinha, Ana Luiza and Debora Vanin, while Portugal counters with Lidia Moreira, Fifo and Janice Silva. Their performances may influence the race for the Golden Boot and Golden Ball, adding another layer of intrigue to an already loaded championship showdown.

Both squads arrive with five consecutive wins dating back to the group stage, creating a final defined by momentum, pedigree and world-class talent as futsal crowns its first women’s world champion.