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Portugal will compete for 5th place in the European League Superfinal in beach soccer

Diário de Coimbra12 September 2026 at 17:23

Portugal achieved an emphatic victory over Germany, defeating the German side 8-5 in a match held in Viareggio, Italy. With this result, the National Beach Football Team secured a place in the 5th place match at the European League Superfinal.

This victory represented Portugal's return to winning ways in the competition. The Portuguese team managed to recover their good form after potentially less positive previous results.

Goalkeeper Pedro Mano, from Buarque, was a starter in the Portuguese lineup during this match against the Germans, contributing to the defense of the Portuguese goal throughout the game.

The European Beach Football League Superfinal continues to take place in Italian territory, with Portugal seeking to secure the best possible ranking in the final stretch of the competition.

Why this matters

This result is relevant for Portuguese beach football fans, as it shows the national team's recovery after a period without wins. The final position Portugal achieves at the Superfinal will have an impact on the European ranking of the sport and on the preparation for future international competitions.

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