Here is a description of the Amputee World Cup final game:
Uzbekistan Repeats! Beats Argentina 3-1 for 2nd Amputee Soccer World Cup
by Fancisco Rodriguez in Crespo
Uzbekistan confirmed its supremacy in the sport of amputee football by defeating Argentina 3-1 in the final match of the 2010 World Cup. More than 10,000 fans packed the arena for a second straight night to watch a superior Uzbekistani team repeat as World Champions. Uzbekistan also won the World Cup in 2007.
Speed and accuracy were the keys to this young Uzbek team led by its fast front line of Haydarali, Kudrat and complimented by prennial star Azziz leading against a tough Argentine defense. Argentina performed well, but the depth and shooting attacks by Uzbekistan made the outcome a foregone conclusion.
The champions began with a steady pace, he gradually took charge of the match with a game based on skillful ball handling, sharp passing skills, and keeping the ball moving from sideline to sideline.
The Argentina defensive was forced to work increasingly harder, with three defenders close to the goalkeeper Miguel Lemos.
Turahujaef Kudrat, the Uzbenistani keeper, tossed aside all shots against him.
The second half started with a quick goal from Haydarali, then Azziz scored again for the Uzbeks remaining focused on the ball and driving his shot home after a series of blocked shots and rebounds.
Argentina got on tbe board thanks to a drive from midfielder Travagliante Montans which was picked up and slipped into the net by Argentine Captain Hugo Hereñú. A wildly cheering crowd urged its team to gain another goal to make the match even.
But Argentina's hopes were dashed by a great move by Haydarali on the left wing, resulting in his second gol of the night, and a 3-1 lead for Uzbekistan.
The final whistle of the Turkish Referee Huseyin Elberb started a wild celebration by Uzbekistan, which ended the tournament undefeated with 4 wins and 2 draws.
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