It feels good to see Brazil back. Today’s match against Venezuela for the World Cup Qualifiers brought a squad who gave fans confidence and peace of mind. Brazil easily won 4 x 0 killing all talk that the Venezuelans were changing history (Brazil lost its first match ever to the Venezuela in Boston this past June).

In just 18 minutes, the Brazilians had it with 3 goals. The first, a gorgeous one from Kaká. Second, an amazing kick from Robinho. And the third one came from Adriano, who finally scored for Seleção after 840 days. One the second half, Robinho scored one more after a beautiful pass from Kléber.

Remarks:

Kaká makes such a difference. His presence on the pitch makes the quad more dynamic, and more offensive. Even though he lost a goal that even I would have scored, he played a solid match.

Robinho also did well. Also lost an easy goal on the second half. His first goal was glorious.

Adriano is back! We hope. He will be out of next match against Colombia in Brazil but I believe he has found peace with football once again.

Goalie Julio Cesar did his job very well and stopped the few ball that went his way.

Kléber - against popular opinion (and by popular I mean mine) - played excellent football and deserves his place on the left wing.

Kudos, kudos! I am happy and hoping for the same good football next Wednesday.