Today's training was the last session before tomorrow's opening game against Paraguay.

The mood within the team is one of both excitement and anticipation - what else would you expect going into the last night before the World Cup?

GOOD LUCK USA ON YOUR FIRST GAME!!

The coaches have been preparing the guys for Paraguay, and today they worked on some counter attacking formations and defensive shape. Of course there was the customary crossbar challenge, as well. It didn't last long though - Chile Farias hit the bar with the first try. That makes it two on the trot for Chile, who also took Friday's contest as well.

After training we headed back to the hotel. We headed to lunch but not before the team went for a quick stop in the ocean. It was a slightly chilly dip, but all the more refreshing for our guys. Today is the first really sunny day that we've been in Rio and the good weather should continue for the rest of the week. Sometimes you just wish futsal was played outside! Oh well. It's amazing to think that after all the preparations the team has done, the next time they step on the court will be for the FIFA Futsal World Cup...