Brazil 2 Australia 0 Gallant effort by Socceroos

A defeat by the World Champions by two goals. The first was dubious as Ronaldo was coming back onside from an offside position when he received the ball, before he set up Adriano. Few other notable observations come from the match.

1. Australia could have got a point if not for poor finishing by Harry Kewell, who shows his lack of sharpness, missing a gilt edge tap in.
2. Robinho should start for Brazil ahead of an obese Ronaldo.
3. Other teams will take heart that Brazil can be beaten, Australia caught their defence square numerous times.
4. In theReferees usually favour the fancied teams, be it from pressure or otherwise.

In the end a moment of brilliance separated the two teams in a hard fought close encounter.

Some quotes from the players involved in the match.
Next up Croatia, the Socceroos will only need to avoid defeat to progress to the round of 16. GO Socceroos.