Paraguay shock Brazil in 2010 World Cup Qualifier

June 16, 2008

Last night in yet another South American World Cup Qualifier surprise, Brazil were downed by leaders Paraguay 2-0 at a packed Defensores Del Chaco stadium in Asuncion. Brazil defended extremely poorly as Paraguay and Blackburn striker Roque Santa Cruz took advantage of poor marking at a corner to tap in from close range. Brazil’s star forwards, Robinho and Luis Fabiano were marked out of the game by a tough Paraguayan defence that didn’t look like wilting. Paraguay however began the second period in the worst possible way, being reduced to 10 men after Dario Veron scythed through Robinho from behind.

Instead of spurring the away side on to find an equaliser, it was the home side who took advantage through a quick counter attack culminating in America (MEX) forward Cabanas poking home after good work from Roque Santa Cruz once again. This latest upset leaves Brazil needing 3 points against arch-rivals and world number ones Argentina in order to stay in touch. That match is live at 1:30am GMT on Sky Sports this Wednesday.

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