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Brazil rue tactical caution in Copa América opener

Brazil's young forward line went into this Copa América facing a big question: How would they cope against cautious opponents who defend deep and deny them the space to launch the counter attack?

The reign of coach Dorival Junior got off to an impressive start back in March with a win away to England and an exciting 3-3 draw with Spain. But these were wildly untypical of most of the matches that Brazil play -- and especially different from Dorival's competitive debut against Costa Rica. In front of their own fans, England and Spain pushed forward.