The second phase of the annual futsal festivals, held recently at the Cottonera Sports Complex, attracted the participation of 56 schools. The festival, sanctioned by the Malta FA and organised in collaboration with the Kunsill Malti għall-iSport through its Sports Promotion Unit (KMS-SPU), kicked off in November. Malta FA technical director Robert Gatt and Vic Hermans, the national futsal coach, were present for the second phase of the festival while recognised futsal referees took charge of the matches.