Location-based discovery
Spot matches near you at a glance. Pitches are geocoded and sorted by distance.
Belgium · Amateur football & futsal
Find your match,
join the pitch.
Gaucho connects players looking for a game with organizers who are short on people. Find a match near you, join it in one tap, and play. Simple, fast, community-driven.
Free, no ads
End-to-end encrypted messages
Available on iOS
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Made in Belgium
⚡ Features
Everything you need to play
From finding a match to coordinating with your teammates, Gaucho covers the full cycle of a game.
Post a request
Short on players? Post a request with pitch, date and type, and your area sees it instantly.
Join in one tap
See a match you like? Join it in one tap. The organizer gets notified and you appear on the list.
Encrypted chat & DMs
Coordinate in the match chat or by direct message. DMs are end-to-end encrypted (Signal protocol).
Real-time notifications
Get notified the moment a player joins your match, messages you or accepts your request.
Profile & availability
Show your level, favourite position and availability. Get noticed by organizers in your area.
Search & filters
Filter by date, level, type or radius (5 to 100 km) to only see matches that suit you.
Reputation & reviews
Rate your teammates after a match and build your reputation. Play with reliable people.
🔄 How it works
From download to the pitch
Built so you spend less time organizing and more time playing.
Download the app
Install Gaucho for free and create your account in seconds.
Create your profile
Set your level, favourite position and neighbourhood. Ready in under 2 minutes.
Find or create a match
Browse open matches near you, or post your own if you're organizing.
Join & chat
Join in one tap and coordinate with the team in the match chat.
Play & come back
Meet on the pitch, rate your teammates, and come back for your next match.
💚 Why Gaucho
More football, less hassle
No more endless WhatsApp groups to round up 10 players. Gaucho makes the connection for you.
Save time
Find a match in minutes instead of chasing your whole contact list.
Meet players
Grow your circle and play with new people from your area.
Play more often
Open matches around the clock: there's always a game to join.
Simple & fast
A clear, frictionless interface. Everything takes just a few taps.
Secure
End-to-end encrypted private messages and active moderation of abusive behaviour.
Belgian community
A platform built for amateur football in Belgium, all across the country.
❓ FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before you start.
Is the Gaucho app free?
Yes, Gaucho is completely free: you can find, create and join matches without paying or watching ads.
How do I join a match?
Browse open matches near you on the Discover screen, open the one you like and join it in one tap. The organizer gets a notification and you're added to the player list.
Can I create my own match?
Of course. Post a request with the pitch, date, type (football or futsal) and the number of players you need. Players in your area will see it instantly.
How does the chat work?
Every match has its own group chat to coordinate with the other players, and you can send direct messages. Private messages are end-to-end encrypted (Signal protocol): no one but you and the other person can read them.
How do I report a player or abusive behaviour?
From a player's profile or a message, use the 'Report' option. Our moderation team reviews every report and can suspend accounts that break the rules.
Which platforms is Gaucho available on?
Gaucho is available on iOS (App Store). The Android version is coming soon.
✉️ Contact
Got a question? Write to us
A suggestion, a bug, a partnership or just want to say hi? Send us a message and we'll get back to you quickly.
- Reply within 48 business hours
- Your data is never shared
- Team based in Belgium
Ready to play?
Download Gaucho.
Join Belgium’s amateur football community . Free, no ads.
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