Oh dear, Neymar. That was an absolutely appalling. A bad error from Paulo Da Silva saw Brazil earn possession very close to Paraguay's penalty area, and they nearly took full advantage, with the ball pinging around before reaching Robinho, who then took advantage of the defensive disarray by slipping in Neymar with a cute pass into the box.
Copa America 2011 Quarterfinals, Brazil Vs. Paraguay: Neymar Spurns Glorious Opportunity
The 19-year-old was one on one with Justo Villar, but was forced to rush his shot a little bit, clipping the ball well wide. He should have scored, and it should be 1-0 to Brazil. It doesn't look as though they'll regret missing out there - the team's playing well enough that there should be plenty more chances. Still, you feel, Brazil will be at least a little worried for as long as the game remains scoreless. We''re thirty minutes into this Copa America quarterfinal, and the match is still 0-0.
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