Latest results from around the world – May 2026

The WASPA circuit continues to prove just how vibrant and accessible table football can be, with a series of events held across Austria, Malta, Romania and England in recent days.

Players at the FISTF Satellite in Bucharest, Romania

From experienced international players to local club enthusiasts, WASPA competitions once again delivered competitive, friendly and high-quality table football for everyone involved — a true reflection of the spirit of the circuit.

In Austria, the monthly tournament of the Phoenix club in Vienna gathered eight players competing in a knock-out format, with each player guaranteed three matches. Austrian legend Erich Hinkelmann showed his class by taking the title, defeating Jürgen Lizar in the final.

Austria was particularly active, as two additional events were organised during the Baumfalken Cup. On May 1, the Old Rules tournament attracted nine players from Austria and Germany, offering a nostalgic return to classic Subbuteo. Played with traditional equipment and rules dating back to 1979, the event highlighted the diversity of the WASPA circuit. Marcel Kwiatkowski impressed by overcoming several experienced opponents to take the title.

Robert Green & Alfred Strommer

The consolation tournament of the Baumfalken Cup further underlined the international dimension of WASPA, with 12 players from six different countries competing. Australia’s Bob Green emerged victorious after defeating Italy’s Alessandro Casanova in the final. The event also benefitted from prestigious support, with the trophy sponsored by the Austrian State Secretary for Sport, Mrs. MMag. Michaela Schmidt.

In Malta, the Attard club welcomed special guest Joe Parody from England. A friendly five-player WASPA event was organised, once again demonstrating how the circuit creates opportunities for players of all levels to compete and connect. Stanley Farrugia claimed first place.

Meanwhile in England, North Shields Subbuteo Club hosted a six-player round-robin tournament on May 8. Nick Pearson continued his excellent form, following up last month’s success with another victory.

Players in North Shields

Finally, in Romania, the historic first FISTF Satellite tournament in Bucharest also featured a WASPA event. Five players took part in the consolation competition, where England’s Jason Christopher took the honours. Great credit goes to Cezar Stoilescu and his team for organising such a memorable international weekend.

👉 Across all these events, one message stands out clearly:
the WASPA circuit offers fantastic playing opportunities, bringing together players of all backgrounds, ages and levels in a welcoming and competitive environment.

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Results

Old Rules – Vienna, Austria – May 1, 2026

Semi-finals
Marcus Tilgner – Marcel Kwiatkowski 1–6
Michael Stolzenberg – Horst Deimel 1–0

Final
Michael Stolzenberg – Marcel Kwiatkowski 1–3

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Regional Event – Vienna, Austria – April 28, 2026

Semi-finals
Marios Strommer – Jürgen Lizar 1–3
Erich Hinkelmann – Igor Ljubisavljevic 2–1

Final
Erich Hinkelmann – Jürgen Lizar 4–1

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H’Attard, Malta – May 9, 2026

1. Stanley Farrugia (Attard)
2. Robert Farrugia (Attard)
3. Valentino Zamara (Attard)
4. Joe Parody (That Retro Place SC)
5. Walter Attard (Attard)

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Bucharest, Romania – May 9, 2026

1. Jason Christopher (England / Solent)
2. Paolo Di Michelangelo (Italy / SC Real Montesilvano)
3. Massimiliano Iervese (Italy / SC Real Montesilvano)
4. Cezar Stoilescu (Romania / Bucharest)
5. Bogdan Panait (Romania / Bucharest)

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Vienna, Austria – May 2, 2026

Semi-finals
Marco Zucchi – Alessandro Casanova 0–1
Christian Milessa – Robert Green 1–3

Final
Alessandro Casanova – Robert Green 0–1

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North Shields, England – May 8, 2026

Final standings (round-robin)

1. Nick Pearson
2. Tom Heslop
3. Nigel Lamond
4. Jeff Parsons
5. Rob Heseltine
6. Dan Gosling