Brazil emerged victorious after an exhibition that marked the beginning of the South Americans’ preparation for the Beijing Olympics. Robinho scored the deciding goal in the 66th minute when he sidefooted a ball through the legs of Lee Carsley and past diving Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given. No signs of Pato anywhere…
Roundup:
International Herald Tribune Brazil beats Ireland 1-0 in exhibition game
SI.com Dunga calls Pato, nine other U23s for Brazil-Ireland friendly in Dublin
Sporting Life UK Republic of Ireland 0 Brazil 1