Brazil holds on for hard-fought win vs. N. Korea

Brazil 2, North Korea 1
Jun 15, 2010, 08:48 pm - Associated Press

Match Timeline

Brazil
North Korea
  • KO
  • HT
  • 55
  • 72
  • 73
  • 78
  • 80
  • 84
  • 89
  • FT

Match Commentary

93'
For the full details of tonight's game, you can read our match report <A HREF= http://soccernet.espn.go.com/report?id=264067&cc=5739&ver=global target=new>here</A>. Thanks for following the game with Soccernet and be sure to stick around for all the post-match reaction.
93'
As for Brazil, you feel their best is yet to come. Kaka is far from peak condition and when he hits his stride, they should be a more cohesive unit. Brazilian fans may have been hoping for a hammering, but a narrow win it is.
93'
So what have we learned about the mysterious North Korea? They have a fine attacking outlet in Jong, two ambitious full backs in Cha and goalscorer Ji and real spirit in the team. After all the dross we have seen at the World Cup so far, they are a more than worthy addition. Bravo.
Match Stats
BRAPRK
Possession
63%
3763
37%
Shots on Goal
10
3
Shot Attempts
26
11
Yellow Cards
1
0
Corner Kicks
7
3
Saves
2
8