Another world title for Brazil

• by Soccer America , Jul 28, 2008

[BEACH SOCCER WORLD CUP] Brazil won its third straight FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup with a 5-3 win over Italy in which Bruno and Sidney each scored twice.

Portugal beat Spain, 5-4, to take third place.

Spain's Amarelle, who won the tournament's Golden Ball MVP award, scored three goals in the consolation game. Portugal's Madjer was the top scorer with 13 goals.

Brazil took a 5-0 lead over Italy, whose comeback attempt included a goal by Diego Maradona's son, Diego Maradona Jr.