The Scots clinched the fifth annual title with a 9-3 victory over Poland.

Smith, who also won best male player of the competition, said: "This has been better than I could ever have imagined.

"The level of skill and quality of football has been exceptional. We have really enjoyed the Danish fans that have also supported us here in Copenhagen."

Scotland coach David Duke, who played for his country at the 2004 tournament in Gothenburg, was also delighted to claim the trophy.

He said: "After changing my own life through football and the Homeless World Cup, it is just great that I can help others do the same. To take Scotland to victory is just superb."

Poland skipper Rafal Rozonski was upbeat despite his side's loss.

He said: "One of my strongest dreams has been realised: to represent my country and participate in a World Cup final.

"We are good fighters. It can be very hard to be homeless but playing soccer makes you forget about that. You can be free."

HRH Crown Prince of Denmark attended the six-day tournament and handed the cup to the victorious Scots.

The final was refereed by international official Kim Milton Nielsen, who famously sent off England midfielder David Beckham against Argentina in the 1998 World Cup.

Around 500 players from 48 countries participated in the competition, which saw 14-minute games take place on two pitches in a specially-constructed stadium in the Danish capital's City Hall Square.

Mel Young, president and co-founder of the event which began in 2003, added: "It has been a tournament of many great goals, fabulous skill and fair play. Congratulations to Scotland and to the coach for taking the team to victory."