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Brazil wins fourth Down Syndrome Futsal World Cup title
The 5th Down Syndrome Futsal World Cup concluded in Mérida, Mexico, with Brazil securing its fourth world title. In the final match, Brazil defeated Argentina with a score of 10-1.
Brazil maintained an undefeated record throughout the tournament, including a 9-3 victory over Argentina in the opening match and a 13-2 win against Guatemala during the group stage. Renato Gregório, an athlete from Corinthians, was named the tournament's best player and top scorer with 29 goals.
The Mexican men's national team finished in fourth place after losing 3-2 to Peru in the third-place playoff. The event, held at the Kukulcán Sports Complex, was highlighted by officials as a significant step for sports inclusion and breaking barriers for athletes with Down syndrome.