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A repeat of the 2006 quarter final was always on the cards and it was almost an exact replica. Brazil's first goal came from goalkeeper Kleber, who was allowed to walk into the Czech half and fire a rasping shot goalwards. Paulo doubled the lead within seconds and Brazil had control of the game. Paulo was happy to get the first game out the way, “I'm so happy to win, we were training for 22 days and in the first game it is so important in the championship [to get off to a good start]” he scored Brazil's second goal of the game which gave them the early comfort zone. Czech Republic tried hard to draw level, but Brazil were just too strong and at 3-1 they kept possession just how the Brazilians know best. Czech frustration was inevitable and it was this that led to openings for Brazil to extend their lead. Czech's second goal only came as a result of fair play. Brazil scored their 6th while a Czech player was down injured and Brazil allowed Chadzidis to pass the ball into an empty net to the applause of the crowd.
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