It’s taken a couple of days of processing the shocking end to Brasil’s quest for #5. They started off strong with a beautiful goal from Robinho and definite signs of the attacking style (albeit with the Dunga discipline). At the half it looked like they were on their way. And then the own goal. I’ve never seen an experienced team fall apart & lose confidence so quickly. The Seleçáo completely lost their composure and got sloppy. There was no more offense and barely any defense. And then the Dutch scored again. Suddenly panic from Brasil.

They never recovered their composure and the rest is, in a word, history. Today FCB announced that Dunga had resigned as coach of the national team. While he is certainly partially to blame, can all blame be placed at his feet? Can each player say they gave it their all; that they held nothing back and shed blood, sweat and tears for country? I think the shorts answer is no. The red card and ejection was just one of a number of glaring examples of this. In the final analysis thought the Dutch played well, Brasil beat themselves. I sincerely hope they find their footing, style, strategy and confidence in time for 2014 where nothing less that victory will be tolerated.