World champions Russia, in white, are among the favourites to win in Dubai while the UAE are one of the most improved side over the years. Jake Badger / The National
World champions Russia, in white, are among the favourites to win in Dubai while the UAE are one of the most improved side over the years. Jake Badger / The National
Beach soccer: Brazil aim to keep Russian revolution in check
Brazil have arrived at the Beach Soccer Intercontinental Cup in Dubai to overtake Russia as the world's best team, while the UAE has high hopes of reaching the semi-finals again.