Azerbaijan Crowned Champion of Minifootball World Championship in Baku

Baku, The Gulf Observer: The winner of the Minifootball World Championship 2025, hosted in the Azerbaijani capital, has officially been determined. In a thrilling final match held at the National Gymnastics Arena, the national team of Azerbaijan secured a historic 4–2 victory over Hungary, clinching the world title for the first time.

The highly anticipated final saw goals from Tamkin Kalilzade, Mahammad Khalilov, and a brace by Ravan Karimov, sealing Azerbaijan’s triumphant performance under the leadership of head coach Elshad Guliyev. The victory marks a landmark achievement for Azerbaijani minifootball on the global stage.

In the third-place play-off, Serbia claimed the bronze medal after a commanding 3–0 win over Montenegro.

The championship brought together top-tier national teams and showcased the growing popularity and competitive spirit of minifootball. Azerbaijan’s victory has been celebrated widely across the nation as a moment of pride and sporting excellence.