Futsal Champions League, audiodescription for visually impaired fans debuts at Pesaro Finals
The UEFA Futsal Champions League Finals 2026, scheduled for May 8-10 at the Vitrifrigo Arena in Pesaro, will take a step toward innovation and inclusion by introducing for the first time in its history audiodescription dedicated to blind and visually impaired people. During the semifinals (Cartagena‑Sporting and Palma Futsal‑Etoile Lavalloise) and the finals for third place and the title, visually impaired fans will be able to follow every moment of the competition thanks to Connect Me Too, a technology already proven in other national and international sporting events.
The audiodescription consists of a hyper‑descriptive chronicle that complements the technical commentary with a series of essential details to fully understand what is happening on the field and in the stands: player movements, game dynamics, expressions, jersey colors, atmosphere, and crowd reactions. The service will be available live via 4G and 5G mobile networks, in real time, allowing viewers to experience the match with intensity and participation. To access, simply download the Connect Me Too app for free, register, select the event and enter the unique code provided by the FIGC, using earphones or headphones during the match.
“The opening to audiodescription in an event of this magnitude represents a strong and concrete signal,” said Tony D’Angelo, Connect Me Too project manager for CMT Translations. “It means recognizing that even great international sport can and should be accessible to everyone. Bringing this service to the UEFA Futsal Champions League Finals 2026 means allowing blind and visually impaired people to experience the intensity of the competition in real time, sharing emotions, rhythm and atmosphere. This is how sport takes a real leap forward, becoming truly inclusive.”
The app has already been used in numerous sporting events, from Serie A to Serie B, from national soccer and rugby teams to basketball and winter sports, and recently made its debut in the cultural sphere as well, with opera at the Carlo Felice Theater in Genoa.
