Sunday, June 23, 2013

Brazil defeats Italy 4-2 in Confederation Cup

Brazil finishes at the top of Group A in the Confederation Cup after defeating Italy 4-2.  Neymar scored off a free kick to add his third goal in as many matches.

Italy has not won against Brazil since 1982, and this match continued their 30 year streak.  The attendance in Arena Fonte Nova was estimated at between 45,000 to 50,000 fans as Brazil's Neymar, Dante and Fred sealed the deal in scoring to defeat the Italians

Neymar was chosen man of the match after his impressive goal from the free kick position past Italy's goalie Buffon.



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