Construction work has officially begun on the National Futsal Arena in Hulhumalé Phase 3, marking the start of a major indoor sports facility designed to accommodate competitive matches, training and spectator events.
The project has been awarded to Leo Trading Private Limited, which has been given 720 days to complete the development. The proposed multi-level arena will stand approximately 21 metres high and is designed to meet international futsal standards set by FIFA.
Plans for the complex include five futsal courts. The main competition court, located on the ground floor, will have a 20-by-40-metre playing area and measure 26 by 46 metres when the surrounding run-off space is included.
Four additional courts will be provided for training, with two on the ground floor and two on an upper level. Each practice court will have a 20-by-40-metre playing area and a total footprint of 24 by 44 metres including run-off areas.
All five courts are planned to feature international-standard cushioned vinyl sports flooring. According to the project specifications described in the report, the surface is designed to absorb approximately 35 percent of impact, helping reduce glare and lower the risk of injuries during play.
The main competition area will have seating for around 900 spectators, alongside ticket counters and concession facilities. A VIP lounge and eight corporate boxes are planned for the second floor.
Facilities for athletes and match officials will include dedicated entrances, team changing rooms, showers, equipment storage, a players’ lounge and a medical and doping-control room. The building will also accommodate a multipurpose training hall and administrative offices.
The development follows an agreement signed on 24 February 2025 between the Ministry of Sports, the Ministry of Finance and the Housing Development Corporation (HDC) concerning the allocation of land for a dedicated futsal complex.
Once completed, the arena is expected to provide a purpose-built setting for futsal competitions and player development. The reported design details primarily concern futsal facilities, although the development has also been described as a futsal and netball complex.
