Brazil led one-nil at half-time through Alves with a further second half strike from Goncalves ensuring that the trophy once again went back to South America.

In the third place play off England failed to convert chances against China losing 1-0.

Ya Feng Wang scored the winning goal for China, slotting home from close-range just before half-time.

"We were unlucky not to finish up with a medal," said England coach Tony Larkin.

"We are a young side and finishing fourth in a World Cup is fantastic achievement for everyone involved."


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