Paraguay shock Italy at Futsal World Cup

Brazil, Russia, Paraguay and Italy have qualified for the second round at the 2008 Futsal World Cup, which is currently being held in Brazil.

The Brazilians easily defeated Cuba 9-0 in their last First Round game, and top group A with twelve points from four matches and a staggering 49-1 goal record.

Russia were much too strong for Japan (9-1), with which they successfully defended their second place in this group.

A bigger surprise occurred in Group B, where Paraguay beat Italy 4-2 in their last game to finish the group in first position. The Italians end in second place.

Italy had been leading in two occasions, but the Paraguayans turned things around to take the victory.

The other two groups will be decided on Thursday, after which the second round commences on Saturday. This round consists of two groups of four teams each, of which the winners and runners-up advance to the semi finals.