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Neymar back to tip the balance for Brazil and Dunga in Argentina clash

The Barcelona attacker has repeatedly proved the difference maker for his country and returns for the clash again Argentina at a time when Dunga needs him most.

RIO DE JANEIRO - Dunga was forced to prepare Brazilto play without Neymar last month. Fully aware of the importance of his captain and talisman, the coach used the Chevrolet Brasil Global Tour friendlies against Costa Rica and the United States in September to set up a team without the Barcelona star.

The scheme worked as the Selecao won both matches, with the return of Hulk proving particularly successful as the Zenit man scored in both games.