The sands of Batumi, Georgia, buzzed with excitement on Friday. Portugal’s beach soccer team stepped onto the court to face Switzerland in a European League showdown. It was a back-and-forth battle, full of unexpected twists. When the dust settled, Portugal emerged with a narrow 6-5 victory. This win marked the opening match of the second round for the Portuguese side.
The goals for Portugal came from several sharp shooters. Rúben Brilhante led the charge, finding the net twice. Miguel Pintado matched him, also scoring two crucial goals. Rui Coimbra and André Lourenço each added important strikes. Their combined efforts powered the team to a hard-fought win at the Batumi Beach Arena.
This vital victory pushed Portugal’s total to nine points in the qualification standings. Coach Mário Narciso has seen his squad build steady momentum. In the first round of the competition, they secured wins against Turkey and Poland. Their only stumble was a close defeat to France. Every point matters in this intense league.
The ultimate goal for all teams is a spot in the Superfinal. Only the top eight teams, based on their accumulated points, will earn a ticket. This year, the Superfinal is set to light up Viareggio, Italy. The final championship matches will take place from September 9 to September 14. The Portuguese team is pushing hard to ensure their presence at this top event.
The schedule remains busy for the Portuguese players. They will return to the sand on Saturday for a match against Estonia. Then, on Sunday, they face the host nation, Georgia. These are the final two matches in this critical qualification stage. The team aims to finish strong and secure their place among Europe’s elite.