International Soccer
Neymar's early goal lifts Brazil over Mexico
(L-R) Neymar, Jo and Daniel Alves
Neymar netted a goal inside of 10 minutes and Brazil went on to claim a 2-0 win.
Fortaleza, Brazil (Sports Network) - For the second consecutive match at the Confederations Cup, Neymar netted a goal inside of 10 minutes and Brazil went on to claim a 2-0 win over Mexico on Wednesday in Group A play.

Brazil's star forward scored the opening goal in a 3-0 win over Japan to open the competition on Saturday, and he scored the first goal of the contest in the ninth minute before setting up a late insurance tally for Jo on Wednesday to give the host nation two wins from its first two games.

Dani Alves helped set up the goal when he got down the right wing and delivered a cross into the penalty area that was deflected by a Mexico defender. Fortunately for Brazil, the ball fell straight into the path of Neymar, who scored on a well-taken volley from 15 yards.   continue>>

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