The BSWW Mundialito, often simply known as Mundialito, is an annual international

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tournament that takes place between few select countries, which are invited to play at the tournament organized by

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(BSWW). First played in 1994 at

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, the competition was reignited in 1997 in

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, where it was held ever since until 2022. Few nations have won the tournament, those being only

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, and

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. The first Mundialito competition to consist of club teams took place in March 2011, known as the

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Venues

The following is a table showing when and where the BSWW Mundialito has been held:

Tournaments

Medal summary

References

External links

Official BSWW Mundialito Website
{{DEFAULTSORT:Mundialito Beach Soccer Worldwide competitions Recurring sporting events established in 1994