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History of Blind Football in Russia
History of Blind Football in Russia
The Federation of Blind Footballers (FBF) was registered in 2018 as a unified platform aimed at developing the Russian school of blind football. We strive to elevate this sport to a new level and actively collaborate with various organizations. The FBF is a member of the All-Russian Public Organization “Russian Football Union” and the international organization
“World Champions League for Club Teams ‘Equal Opportunities’.”
Although blind football has a relatively short history, it is rapidly developing on the international stage. Currently, more than 60 countries are promoting this sport, and since 2004 blind football has been included in the Summer Paralympic Games program.
The Russian national blind football team, composed of players from clubs competing in FBF-sanctioned tournaments, has achieved significant success: it became European champion in 2017, silver medalist at the 2015 European Championship, and a semifinalist at the 2018 World Championship.
Today, the FBF sets forth important objectives: engaging people with visual impairments in parasport for their social adaptation and integration into society, as well as developing blind football in Russia and enhancing the prestige of domestic football on the international stage.
“Sport has always been and remains an important resource for a person’s physical, psychological, and social support, as well as self-realization.” — Meeting of the Council for the Development of Physical Culture and Sport, May 28, 2025, Vladimir Putin.
“World Champions League for Club Teams ‘Equal Opportunities’.”
Although blind football has a relatively short history, it is rapidly developing on the international stage. Currently, more than 60 countries are promoting this sport, and since 2004 blind football has been included in the Summer Paralympic Games program.
The Russian national blind football team, composed of players from clubs competing in FBF-sanctioned tournaments, has achieved significant success: it became European champion in 2017, silver medalist at the 2015 European Championship, and a semifinalist at the 2018 World Championship.
Today, the FBF sets forth important objectives: engaging people with visual impairments in parasport for their social adaptation and integration into society, as well as developing blind football in Russia and enhancing the prestige of domestic football on the international stage.
“Sport has always been and remains an important resource for a person’s physical, psychological, and social support, as well as self-realization.” — Meeting of the Council for the Development of Physical Culture and Sport, May 28, 2025, Vladimir Putin.
About the Federation
Федерация слепых футболистов (ФСФ) была зарегистрирована в 2018 году как единая платформа, объединяющая усилия по развитию российской школы футбола для слепых. Организация активно сотрудничает с ведущими спортивными и общественными структурами, являясь членом Общероссийской общественной организации «Российский футбольный союз» и Международной организации «Всемирная Лига чемпионов по футболу среди клубных команд «Равные возможности».
International Recognition
Blind football is a relatively young but rapidly developing sport. Today its promotion covers more than 60 countries, and since 2004 blind football has been included in the Summer Paralympic Games program.
Achievements of the Russian National Team
The Russian national blind football team, formed from players of clubs competing in tournaments under the auspices of the FBF, has achieved significant success on the international stage. In 2017, the team became European champions, in 2015 won silver medals at the European Championship, and in 2018 reached the semifinals of the World Championship.
Mission and Objectives
The main task of the FBF is to involve people with visual impairments in parasport, promote their social adaptation and integration into society. The Federation also strives to develop blind football in Russia and enhance the prestige of domestic football at the international level.
Федерация слепых футболистов (ФСФ) была зарегистрирована в 2018 году как единая платформа, объединяющая усилия по развитию российской школы футбола для слепых. Организация активно сотрудничает с ведущими спортивными и общественными структурами, являясь членом Общероссийской общественной организации «Российский футбольный союз» и Международной организации «Всемирная Лига чемпионов по футболу среди клубных команд «Равные возможности».
International Recognition
Blind football is a relatively young but rapidly developing sport. Today its promotion covers more than 60 countries, and since 2004 blind football has been included in the Summer Paralympic Games program.
Achievements of the Russian National Team
The Russian national blind football team, formed from players of clubs competing in tournaments under the auspices of the FBF, has achieved significant success on the international stage. In 2017, the team became European champions, in 2015 won silver medals at the European Championship, and in 2018 reached the semifinals of the World Championship.
Mission and Objectives
The main task of the FBF is to involve people with visual impairments in parasport, promote their social adaptation and integration into society. The Federation also strives to develop blind football in Russia and enhance the prestige of domestic football at the international level.
About the Federation
Федерация слепых футболистов (ФСФ) была зарегистрирована в 2018 году как единая платформа, объединяющая усилия по развитию российской школы футбола для слепых. Организация активно сотрудничает с ведущими спортивными и общественными структурами, являясь членом Общероссийской общественной организации «Российский футбольный союз» и Международной организации «Всемирная Лига чемпионов по футболу среди клубных команд «Равные возможности».
International Recognition
Blind football is a relatively young but rapidly developing sport. Today its promotion covers more than 60 countries, and since 2004 blind football has been included in the Summer Paralympic Games program.
Achievements of the Russian National Team
The Russian national blind football team, formed from players of clubs competing in tournaments under the auspices of the FBF, has achieved significant success on the international stage. In 2017, the team became European champions, in 2015 won silver medals at the European Championship, and in 2018 reached the semifinals of the World Championship.
Mission and Objectives
The main task of the FBF is to involve people with visual impairments in parasport, promote their social adaptation and integration into society. The Federation also strives to develop blind football in Russia and enhance the prestige of domestic football at the international level.
Федерация слепых футболистов (ФСФ) была зарегистрирована в 2018 году как единая платформа, объединяющая усилия по развитию российской школы футбола для слепых. Организация активно сотрудничает с ведущими спортивными и общественными структурами, являясь членом Общероссийской общественной организации «Российский футбольный союз» и Международной организации «Всемирная Лига чемпионов по футболу среди клубных команд «Равные возможности».
International Recognition
Blind football is a relatively young but rapidly developing sport. Today its promotion covers more than 60 countries, and since 2004 blind football has been included in the Summer Paralympic Games program.
Achievements of the Russian National Team
The Russian national blind football team, formed from players of clubs competing in tournaments under the auspices of the FBF, has achieved significant success on the international stage. In 2017, the team became European champions, in 2015 won silver medals at the European Championship, and in 2018 reached the semifinals of the World Championship.
Mission and Objectives
The main task of the FBF is to involve people with visual impairments in parasport, promote their social adaptation and integration into society. The Federation also strives to develop blind football in Russia and enhance the prestige of domestic football at the international level.