Silva: South Africa win proved our worth

FORMER Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva says Brazil’s Confederation Cup semi-final win over South Africa proves that there is more to the side than flowing moves, goals and flamboyance.

Brazil needed an 88th-minute goal from a free-kick from substitute Daniel Alves to beat the hosts 1-0 in a closely fought semi-final and qualify for tomorrow’s showpiece against the USA at Ellis Park (7:30pm). The victory came in stark contrast to their three group matches, which ended in 3-0 wins over the USA and Italy and a 4-3 win over Egypt.

The goals did not flow against the hosts but Silva said the overall performance was just as good in terms of their development.