Many renowned soccer players started their careers or were strongly influenced by futsal, which helped develop their technical skills and game vision. Here are some of the most notable players:

• Lionel Messi (Argentina): The Argentine, considered one of the greatest footballers in «history», played futsal during his childhood in Rosario. His ball control, agility, and ability to maneuver in tight spaces are partly attributed to this experience.
• Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal): He also had experience with futsal in his youth in Portugal. Ronaldo has mentioned how futsal helped improve his reaction speed, ball control, and quick decision-making on the field.
• Ronaldinho (Brazil): The Brazilian is one of the most well-known examples of how futsal can influence a soccer player’s style. His creative play and unpredictable moves reflect the influence of this indoor sport.
• Neymar (Brazil): He grew up playing futsal in Brazil before transitioning to soccer. Neymar has stated in various interviews that futsal taught him to play in tight spaces and develop his dribbling skills.
• Andrés Iniesta (Spain): The Spaniard, famous for his precise ball control and tactical intelligence, also played futsal in his youth. Iniesta has highlighted that futsal helped improve his technique and ability to quickly solve problems on the field.
• Xavi Hernández (Spain): Another Spaniard who developed his skills in futsal before becoming a legend at FC Barcelona. Xavi has credited futsal for helping him enhance his vision and passing ability.
• Pelé (Brazil): Although Pelé is best known for his soccer career, he also played futsal during his youth and often mentioned how it helped him refine his ball control and improvisational skills.