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

Nicolás Noriega’s team fell 5-1 to Spain and was unable to reach the podium in the first edition of the tournament.

The Argentina women’s futsal national team wrapped up an unforgettable campaign this Sunday in the first World Cup in history, despite losing 5-1 to 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 powerhouses of the sport.

The match showcased from the start the quality of a Spanish side 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 by Silvina Espinoza, but could not maintain the pace or intensity of the European team.

The end of the tournament came after another tough test: the semifinal loss 7-1 to Portugal, a team established as one of the world’s best. Even so, the tournament left positive signs for a young squad that continues to grow on the international stage.

Beyond the final result, Argentina shows sustained progress. The runners-up of the Americas maintain the sixth spot in the world ranking, behind Portugal, Spain, Brazil, Thailand, and Japan, confirming that they can compete against the top teams in the near future.

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

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