Pitch booked. Will enough people turn up?

Small-sided football lives or dies on getting enough people for two teams. Lajnu keeps an eye on it for you: players tap I'm in or I'm out, and everyone knows where things stand.

Get Lajnu for 5-a-side football How it works

5 + 1the most common small-sided lineup

10–14people for a game with subs

0spreadsheets and back-and-forth in the group chat

What slows organisers down most

Only half the group replies

Lajnu shows who hasn't replied yet, and with Lajnu Pro it sends them a reminder the day before.

It's raining – are we playing?

The organiser cancels the session in one tap and everyone gets notified. No more “I didn't see it”.

The pitch is paid for upfront

Lajnu splits the cost based on who actually turns up. The QR payment goes straight to their banking app.

How to set up Lajnu for your 5-a-side team

SessionDay, time and place, e.g. Tuesday 8 pm, the 3G pitch by the school.
Minimum 10Five-a-side, with goalies as agreed.
DeadlineThe morning of the game, so you know whether to cancel the pitch.
Link in WhatsAppThe lads join with no sign-up.

FAQ

What's the difference between 5-a-side and futsal?

5-a-side is mostly played outdoors on artificial grass, usually with five players and a goalie. Futsal is the indoor version, with a smaller, less bouncy ball and its own rules. Lajnu works for both.

Can I have more than one session a week in Lajnu?

Yes. Regular practice repeats automatically, and with Lajnu Pro you can add one-off sessions, like a tournament or a match.

Can players see who's coming?

Yes. Everyone sees the list and the headcount. That alone motivates people more than messages in the group chat.

Is it free?

Attendance, the minimum and the deadline are free forever. Payments, reminders and history are in Lajnu Pro for €24 a year per team.