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Brazil coach Dunga sugggests MLS training contributed to Kaká's injuries

Brazilian national team coach Dunga is in Orlando for the team's Copa América match against Haiti Wednesday night.

During a press conference Tuesday he addressed Kaká's recent departure from the Seleção.

Kaká was excited to receive a late call-up to represent Brazil in the Copa, a tournament not among the Orlando City team captain's long list of accomplishments. But, a few days after joining Brazil in training camp, he was released due to a muscle injury.

When asked how he felt about Kaká's injury and if the 34-year-old superstar ever would have the chance to play for his country again, Dunga said through a translator:

"Kaká is one of the reference points or trademarks of Brazilian soccer.