FIFA.com looks back at the highlights from Marseille 2008, where beach soccer titans Brazil were made to work hard to retain their world title.

Portugal, Spain, Brazil and Italy booked their places in the semi-finals by eliminating Uruguay, Argentina, Russia and France respectively.

Portugal became the first side to reach the Marseille 2008 semi-finals after a dominant third-period display helped them beat Uruguay 6-3.

Marseille 2008 heads into its decisive phase with quarter-finals day on Thursday. FIFA.com looks ahead to the four ties.

Often overshadowed by team-mate Madjer, the Portuguese striker has lit up the tournament with his skills. Here, he talks exclusively to FIFA.com.

The hosts recaptured their form to nudge Uruguay out of first place in Group A and confirm their passage to the last eight.