Argentina finish fourth, end historic Women's Futsal World Cup run | OneFootball

Nicolás Noriega's team fell 5-1 against Spain and could not make it to the podium in the first edition of the tournament.

The Argentine women's futsal team concluded an unforgettable campaign this Sunday in the first World Cup in history, despite falling 5-1 against Spain in the third-place match. The team led by Nicolás Noriega finished in fourth place, leaving a competitive impression in a tournament that brought together the global powers of the discipline.

The match showed from the start the hierarchy of a Spain that struck with goals from Ale de Paz, Laura Córdoba, Antía Pérez, and Irene Córdoba. Argentina had managed to temporarily equalize thanks to a goal from Silvina Espinoza, but could not maintain the pace or intensity of the European team.

The tournament concluded after another tough test: the semi-final lost 7-1 against Portugal, a team established as one of the best in the world. Nevertheless, the tournament left positive signs for a young squad that continues to grow on the international stage.

Beyond the final result, Argentina demonstrates sustained evolution. The runners-up of America maintain the sixth place in the world ranking, behind Portugal, Spain, Brazil, Thailand, and Japan, and confirm that they can compete against the great teams in the near future.

The final of the World Cup in Philippines will be contested by Portugal and Brazil, who overcame Spain in the semi-finals 4-1. Meanwhile, Argentina returns home with a historic performance and the certainty that their immediate future promises new challenges.

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