Philippines’ historic FIFA futsal women’s world cup delivers legacy beyond the pitch
The Philippines’ staging of the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women’s World Cup 2025 highlighted not only world-class hosting, but a nationwide show of unity, leadership, and long-term commitment to women’s football.
![A milestone moment for Philippine football and women’s sports worldwide. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/7be673ee-2fce-4b2e-beb8-0406dbbe297b-400x200.jpg)
![Despite the 5-1 scoreline, the Filipina5’s goal shows belief can take us further. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/att.YU0iFe0V10xM9SKNU3WFHcvlIpKP87Jw0Wl4gFhjluw-400x200.jpeg)
![PSC chair Pato Gregorio discusses hosting support during the coordination meeting. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/9abb200a-b197-4585-bab5-76436b74de29-400x200.jpg)
![PSC and DoT officials align on boosting the country’s sports tourism roadmap. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/viber_image_2025-11-02_10-05-01-289-400x200.jpg)
![Patricia Mae Santor secures her sixth gold at Batang Pinoy 2025, pushing Manila to the top of the standings. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/1000078740-1-400x200.jpg)
![Group photo after the opening ceremony. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/1000021098-400x200.jpg)



![Executives from the Philippine Sports Commission and the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas pose with FBWC 2023 mascot “Jip” during the Inter-agency Coordination meeting held at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City on March 14, 2023. [PR photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/PHOTO-1-400x200.jpg)