The Selecao boss was beaming as he spoke to journalists
in the wake of Brazil's dramatic 2-1 Confederations Cup semi-final victory over
Uruguay
Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has spoken of his
delight at reaching the Confederations Cup final, and claimed that it was the
goal of his squad all along.
Diego Forlan missed an early penalty before Fred made it
1-0 to the host nation just before half-time. Edinson Cavani then levelled in
the second period, but Paulinho had the final say with a late winner.
“Our mission was to reach the final, and we have done
it,” said Scolari.
“We needed to win games like that to learn how to win in
the World Cup,” said the Brazil boss.”Our team is very young and this kind of
game helps us to grow.”
The Selecao coach could not hide his delight at having
reached the final on Sunday, and was full of superlatives for his players for
their effort.
“This is an amazing feeling. I'm so happy, I can't say more.
I'm proud of all my players with no exception."
Scolari went on to discuss the impact that the home fans
had on the match, and claimed that the bond between the players and the
supporters ultimately carried the team to victory.
“The players did it for the fans and overcame adversity.”
His words were echoed by man-of-the-match Julio Cesar,
who saved a Forlan penalty kick in the first half to keep his nation in the
match.
“I am so happy and proud,” said the QPR goalkeeper. “The
way the fans received us was incredible and gave us extra.”
Brazil now move on to the final which takes place at the
Maracana on Sunday evening, and will face the victors of the semi-final between
Spain and Italy on Thursday evening.
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