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The 2003 Intercontinental Cup was the 42nd edition of the tournament. It pitted the European champion against the South American champion. It was a close match, with several goal-scoring chances, of which only two were converted, one on each side. First, Danish forward Jon Dahl Tomasson came down the left, received a pass from Pirlo and put it between the legs of the opposing goalkeeper. But a few minutes later, Pedro Iarley deflected a cross from Guillermo Barros Schelotto, throwing goalkeeper Dida off balance. Matías Donnet grabbed the rebound, connected with his left foot and made it 1-1. Then, many chances came from each team, some wasted by headers or shots from both teams and others blocked by the goalkeepers, who had an outstanding performance. In the penalty shoot-out, the Argentine goalkeeper Roberto Abbondanzieri shone and a memorable penalty occurred where Costacurta hit the ground. Cascini took charge of the last penalty to give the tournament to the South American team.