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Brazil stun tournament favourites Argentina 3-0 to win the Copa America for the second time in a row, showing off their ruthless side of attacking and silencing critics for their style of play.

A fourth minute goal by Julio Baptista and an own goal by Roberto Ayala took Brazil to a commanding 2-0 before halftime, and Daniel Alves then scored the third goal to seal the title for the defending champion.

Argentina went into this match as favourite having scored 16 goals before the final while Brazil lost to Mexico in the group stage and needed a penalty shootout win against Uruguay in the semi finals. Brazil were also without two of their famous stars, Ronaldinho and Kaka, who were asked to be rested and relied on Robinho for the goals.

Coach Dunga who was heavily criticised for fielding 3 defensive midfielders must be relief that his tactics worked after Brazil systematically interrupted Argentina’s usual flowing game. And as Argentiana struggle to impose their game, Brazil took advantage of Argentina’s shaky defence to score three goals and took the Copa America title for the second time in a row.

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