Belarusian Beach Soccer Team's Emotional Return After World Cup

Belarusian Beach Soccer Team Returns Home After World Cup: 'We fought hard, and we are proud of our performance.' Minsk, Belarus – The Belarusian national beach soccer team arrived back in Minsk today, greeted by fans and media after their participation in the recent World Cup. The team's performance, while not resulting in a championship win, was marked by strong team spirit and dedication. In an interview at the airport, team captain Ivan Konstantinov spoke about the team's experience: "We've been working towards this for 16 years," Konstantinov said. "Many of us have been in the national team for a long time. We've worked hard, and we've become like one family. We spent almost a month together, without days off, and this brought us closer." Another player, Igor Brishtel, the team's top scorer, reflected on the games: "In some games, it was really close," Brishtel commented. "We might have been outplayed in a few matches, but overall, we are proud of how we played. We hope to do even better in the next World Cup." The team's return highlights the dedication and camaraderie of Belarusian beach soccer players, promising continued success in future competitions.