Positive Signs for Dunga’s New-Look Brazil but Tougher Tests Lie in Wait

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Published: June 8, 2015

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Much like the man at the helm of their ship, this was efficient, brisk and almost business­like. Brazil, as they step up their preparations for the upcoming Copa America, were not what you might describe as vintage but nevertheless comfortably saw off the challenge of a far-from-full­-strength Mexico side 2­-0 at the Allianz Parque in Sao Paulo.

An excellently taken goal from Philippe Coutinho and a well­-worked effort finished by Diego Tardelli—who is doing his part to show that China is not a forgotten land on the international football landscape—made it nine wins from nine for Dunga's Brazil 2.0. The former Atletico Mineiro forward is locked in a battle with Hoffenheim's Roberto Firmino for the line-leading role, and he snatched his opportunity to remind Dunga of his versatile talents.

On the afternoon, it was Coutinho who left the field happiest with his display.

Coutinho: "My first goal ever for Brazil? I'm happy with my goal and performance, I hope more good moments will come" pic.twitter.com/aPljiaP8Ln

— Seleção Brasileira (@BrazilStats) June 7, 2015 With Oscar never included in the Copa America cast, later to be joined by Diego Alves, Luiz Gustavo and Marcelo, the Liverpool player of the year stepped up to show what he can bring to a side that is still trying to find its feet.

The numbers are indeed impressive. That's 20 goals netted and a paltry two conceded, with World Cup captain Thiago Silva, lest we forget, consigned to the bench.

VINE - GOLAÇO de Coutinho! https://t.co/tvK1Wf9I35

— Seleção Brasileira (@BrazilStats) June 7, 2015 The Copa America is not the most enticing dish on the table when you are five­-time world champions, and this is indeed a time of transition for the Selecao Brasileira.

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