| Brazil capitalised on an early blunder by goalkeeper Sebastian
Viera to thrash Uruguay 4-0 in a World Cup qualifier on Saturday
and claim their first away win against their smaller neighbours
for 33 years.
Daniel Alves scored early when his speculative 40-metre shot
bounced around six metres in front of goal, was completely misjudged
by Viera and flew into the net.
Juan headed a second before halftime and Luis Fabiano fired the
third early in the second half but was later sent off. Kaka completed
the rout when he won and converted a penalty.
The win kept Brazil well on course for South Africa, taking them
level on 24 points with South American group leaders Paraguay
who were hosting Chile later on Saturday.
Uruguay's chances of qualifying directly took a severe blow as
they remained fifth, outside the top four who go straight to South
Africa from the 10-team group.
The fifth team plays off over two legs against the fourth side
from CONCACAF.
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