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Russia win Euro Beach Soccer Cup

ROME: Russian beach footballers have won the European Cup edging out Portugal 6-4 in the final game played in Rome on Sunday.

The competition brought together Europe''s eight leading outfits showcasing their skills on a sand at the city''s ancient Coliseum circus.

The result came as a surprise, with other nations such as hosts Italy, France and finalists Portugal all historical heavyweights on the sandy surface.

But after a tough 36 minutes of action it was the Russians who were celebrating.

The Portuguese outfit, who previously won the trophy for six times – more than any other nation – kept pace with the underdogs right up until the final third.

But Russia’s top man Aleksey Makarov hit a late brace to secure a 6-4 win for his country.

Host nation Italy finished third in the tournament.