RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) - Despite all the talk at the Olympics about Brazil's talented strikers, it's the defense that's holding the team together as the host tries to win the soccer gold medal for the first time.
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Brazil has yet to concede a goal entering Saturday's final against Germany at the Maracana Stadium, helping keep the pressure off an offense led by Neymar and youngsters Gabigol and Gabriel Jesus.
"We are just doing our part," said defender Marquinhos, who on Wednesday scored a goal in the 6-0 rout of Honduras in the semifinals.