Oscar shines as Brazil win opener

Brazil coach Mano Menezes praised the performance of new Chelsea signing Oscar after the midfielder played a starring role in their 3-2 win over Egypt at the Millennium Stadium.

Menezes’ side had been tipped as one of the favourites to win gold prior to the tournament and they showed their class as goals from Rafael, Leandro Damiao and Neymar gave them a 3-0 half-time lead.