Mauritania national beach soccer team
[3] The team's first participation was in the 2023 Arab Beach Soccer Cup in Egypt and was eliminated in the quarter-finals after the defeat against the host country 3–8.[6] In the third match, Mauritania achieved a resounding victory after defeating Malawi 11–6,[7] and the team advanced to the semi-finals at the top of the group.In the semi-finals, Mauritania swept Morocco 7–4,[8] and the team advanced to the final match to face Senegal again and qualified for the 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup for the first time.[11][12] The following players and staff members were called up for the 2024 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations.[13] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.