TEHRANTIMES - Spirited Iran beat powerhouse Brazil in the Beach Soccer Intercontinental Cup at the Dubai International Marine Club on Wednesday.

The two teams drew 4-4 in regulation time and Iran defeated Brazil 7-5 in a penalty shootout.

The Iranian outfit also defeated world champion Russia in Group B on Tuesday.

Marco Octavio’s men will play Italy on Thursday.

Group A consists of the UAE (host), Switzerland, Morocco and Mexico.