How a deaf, blind man watches the World Cup

It's the inspirational story that shows the beauty of the World Cup really has no boundaries.

In a triumph of the human spirit, a deaf and blind Brazilian fan named Carlos is following the tournament with the assistance of a family member and friend, who communicate the events of matches through touch.

The astonishing feat was captured during the first match of the tournament, as Carlos' beloved Brazil, the World Cup hosts, clashed with Croatia.

While one of the guides relays what he is seeing through sign language on the Carlos' back, another holds his hands and directs them around a miniature football pitch that they share on their laps.

Nothing appears lost in translation, with Carlos thrusting his arms in the air and banging the pitch in jubilation when Brazil scores.

The moving video shows football really is the beautiful game.