Between 2000–06, Mayotte had played two friendly matches against the French overseas island of Réunion and three against Madagascar.

In 2007, the team competed for the first time in the Indian Ocean Games, finishing in third position after losing against Madagascar in the semi-final and beating Mauritius in the third-place playoff after a penalty-shootout.

In 2012, the team in Coupe de l'Outre-Mer Beat Tahiti champions of OFC Nations Cup 3–1.

also beat New Caledonia champions of Pacific Games and Runners-Up of OFC Nations Cup 2–0.

As of 11 August 2019[update] The following The players were selected to the squad for the 2019 Indian Ocean Island Games: