Brazilian national teams finish runners-up at beach soccer Mundialito
Brazil’s men’s and women’s national beach soccer teams finished as runners-up at the Mundialito. Held at the Real Plaza de Toros in El Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, in Spain’s Andalusia regi...
Brazilian national men's and women's beach soccer teams finished as runners-up at the Mundialito tournament in Spain. The event, held at Real Plaza de Toros in El Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz, featured four national teams each in the men's and women's categories. Brazil and Spain faced off in the final matches, with Spain ultimately winning the women's title and Portugal taking the men's title for the eighth time in the tournament's history.
The women's team overcame a strong Italian opponent to reach the final, defeating them 4-1 in penalties after a 4-4 draw in extra time. The men's team led Portugal 5-2 but lost 7-5 in a hard-fought final, with Brazil securing second place. Coach Chicão Castelo Branco expressed pride in his team's performance, emphasizing the importance of continued development. The women's team also earned individual awards, with goalkeeper Kylma winning Best Goalkeeper and goalkeeper Adriele winning the top scorer award.
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