FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup

The first Beach Soccer World Cup was organized by FIFA in 2005, from May 8 to May 15 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It was won by France, coached by Eric Cantona, who beat Portugal in the final in a penalty shootout.

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FIFA - 2005 - May 8 - May 15 - Rio de Janeiro - Brazil - France - Eric Cantona - Portugal - Penalty shootout

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Prior to FIFA taking over the tournament in 2005, Brazil won nine out of ten Beach Soccer World Championships, with Portugal winning the other title.

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Brazil - Beach Soccer

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