Two nations chasing Beach Soccer World Cup glory will do battle today in a match between Tahiti and Portugal. The FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup final scheduled for 1:30 p.m. ET will be held at Espinho Stadium in Espinho and can be live streamed here free. Additional TV coverage can be found on Fox Sports 2.
What They're Saying
Tahiti head coach Tehina Roa (via FIFA): "This is a dream final for us, and we'll go into it with the intention of playing the usual collective style that we're known for. Portugal are favorites, especially as they will have the backing of the home fans, although I know that many people in Espinho have taken our team into their hearts."
Portugal head coach Mario Narciso: "I don't regard Portugal as favorites, considering the great football Tahiti have been playing. I agree that they perform well as a unit, but when that unit is also made up of individual talents, then that's another matter entirely. And Tahiti have some extraordinary players."
Tactical Preview
Tahiti Player to Watch: Tahiti goalkeeper Jonathan Torohia is on the shortlist for the Adidas Golden Glove award, and for good reason. The 30-year-old was solid and reliable in the the team's penalty shootout win over Italy.
Portugal Player to Watch: He's no Cristiano Ronaldo, but Be Martins has proven to be an significant part of Portugal's run to the final. The 24-year-old scored key goals against Japan in the group stage and Russia in the semifinals.
Tahiti's Projected Lineup: Jo (GK), Taiarui, Kuee, Tavanae, Bennett
Portugal's Projected Lineup: Andrade (GK), Jordan, Madjer, Novo, Belchior
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