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The English Subbuteo Association (ESA) is your No1 Resource for access to Subbuteo Tournaments, Announcements, FISTF / WASPA Rankings, Subbuteo Clubs, Match Videos, Equipment, Playing Rules and the latest Subbuteo Table Soccer News from around the World.
The ESA which was formerly known as the ESTFA dates back to the 1960s (ETSA) and has developed dramatically since the early days of Subbuteo Flats, Lightweight and Heavyweight figures. Whether you are an enthusiast, collector or a competitive Subbuteo player, our website will provide you with all of the information you need about the popular table soccer game today.
ELLIOT BELLEFONTAINE hit a staggering THIRTY THREE GOALS in just 7 games to win the first FISTF International Open of the new year at Haverhill!
JOHN TURPIN fired his way to the HAVERHILL WASPA title, but needed to edge two opponents on shots in the knock out phase. Holding his nerve against Terry Arnold and Danny Lilley, Turpin also beat Nick Pearson by a solitary goal to reach the final.
ALAN LEE tops the WOBBLY HOBBY LEAGUE after pulling back a two goal deficit against MARCO GHIGLIOTTI to claim an equal share of six goals.
JOE HARRINGTON hiked to the Haverhill summit last night, despite going down 0-1 to MARCO BARQUEIRO!
Glasgow FISTF International Open 2022
ENGLAND WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS
GLASGOW TABLE SOCCER ASSOCIATION are hosting a FISTF International Open this coming February, 2022. The INDIVIDUAL tournament will take place on Saturday 12th, and the TEAM tournament will take place on Sunday 13th.
SUBBUTEO PASSION, in association with TOP SPIN, are bringing THE SUBBUTEO COLLECTORS FAIR to town! With over 30 playing tables, raffles, fundraisers, and something tantamount to 'Subbuteo Heaven' for buyers and sellers, Brackley is the place to be on Sunday 29th May 2022.
Get all the latest ESA news. Keep up-to-date with upcoming events and tournaments near you. Submit your own player profile. ESA publish articles featuring YOUR club results and table. GREAT DISCOUNTS from generous suppliers wanting to support the Subbuteo table football community.
The ROAD TO ROME for the best of the best will involve SWISS SYSTEM QUALIFIERS at Stanway Rovers Football Club in March. The weekend 19th / 20th will determine who represents ENGLAND in the World Cup.
Adam Douglas answers the Player Profile
It's always an adventure when there's a gathering of the great and good at the Tithe Farm Sports and Social Club in Harrow. Five of the games most talented and respected players (no dogs) turned up to solve a mystery. Who has competitive 'edge'?
SUBBUTEO COLLECTORS FAIR
While many children will be glued to screens to get their kicks from games, one 12-year-old is taking a rather more old school approach. Ruby Matthews, from Mold, Flintshire, is a English / Welsh table football champ and has been ranked UK best in her age group. Despite only beginning playing five years ago, she is set to go to the table football World Cup in 2022.
Gary Gladwell answers the Player Profile
The ESA was delighted to see such a fantastic turnout for the first ever Wobbly Hobby League (UK Club Championship). The two day format held in November was a fantastic event organised by Alan Lee, Martin Hodds and Lee Fenton. Wolves TFC were crowned Champions over the 2 days.......
The latest edition of the Subbuteo News is now available for all paid ESA members. The final edition of the year includes special features on Worthing Fivestar, The joy of collecting by Peter Upton and much more......
We are proud to announce that we will be hosting our inaugural FISTF Open International Tournament. Having successfully hosted the much heralded and acclaimed Subbuteofest21, we now open our doors to the international community and look forward to providing a first class Sports tournament that will be remembered by all for many a year. We would like to extend our thanks to our sponsor, The Wobbly Hobby Shop and for the support of the English Subbuteo Association in bringing this event to fruition. Also, Our very own Jason Mitchel for his superb poster ????
The latest edition of the Subbuteo News is now available for all paid ESA members. The final edition of the year includes special features on Worthing Fivestar, The joy of collecting by Peter Upton and much more......
The latest edition of Subbuteo News (August / September is now available to view online, featuring articles from Keith Littler (Why Subbuteo) and Simon Goodman (Surrey Saracens).
The ESA are pleased to announce the appointment of Simon Goodman as General Secretary. Simon has a wealth of knowledge, experience and passion for the game and is someone who adds a new dimension to our voluntary organisation.
The ESA are delighted to announce that Mike Parnaby has rejoined the board as a Consultant. Mike started his interest in the game at the ripe old age of 13 in 1976. In 1978 Mike formed Stokesley SC '78, and this club has continued since but under different names, currently NETFA Brigantes.
SUBBUTEO NEWS- The wait is almost over for the re-release of this iconic publication. Issue 1 will be available as a FREE DOWNLOADABLE PDF from the English Subbuteo Association website, from early next week. Issue 2 will only be available to members. MEMBERSHIP IS AVAILABLE TO ALL! you don’t have to be English to enjoy the benefits of membership. EVERYBODY IS WELCOME, COME AND JOIN THE FUN!!
As with many organisations the global pandemic has presented us all with significant challenges for hosting events over the past year and we are all looking forward to a phase of normality over the coming months ahead.
The ESA website is pleased to announce that all registered paid users can now create and publish their own tournaments for FREE. This feature is open to any registered paid user / donater (including non ESA) and is available within the members area > my tournaments.