×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Truth Without Fear
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

Brazil open Copa America with 3-0 win over Venezuela

Vocalize Pre-Player Loader

Audio By Vocalize

June 13, 2021 Brazil's Neymar celebrates scoring their second goal REUTERS

Brazil opened the 2021 Copa America with a 3-0 win over a depleted Venezuela on Sunday, dominating their inexperienced opponents from start to finish in a one-sided match.

Defender Marquinhos scored the opening goal midway through the first half when he was fortunate to see his backheel squirm through a defender's legs and into the net.

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Uncover the stories others won't tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902
By Ben Ahenda 11 hrs ago
Rugby
Why Oloo will be remembered as a true legend of Kenyan rugby
Sports
Kenya sharpens its edge ahead of Glasgow Games
Rugby
Kabras chase history as KCB seek revenge in Kenya Cup final
Athletics
Lokedi and Chepkirui set to clash in Manchester 10km