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Without Neymar, Brazil beats Venezuela 2-1 to reach last 8

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) -- Playing without suspended star Neymar, Brazil defeated Venezuela 2-1 Sunday in its final group game to reach the Copa America quarterfinals.

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Thiago Silva scored with a volley in the 9th minute off a perfect delivery from a corner by Robinho - Neymar's replacement.