91.   Luizao starred for the Brazilian clubs Guarani and Palmeiras and was named to the Brazilian national team before transferring to La Coruna last year.

92.   Luizao was a starter on the Brazilian national team and seemed assured of a spot on the World Cup team after his play in the final qualifier last November.

93.   Many thought he had spurned his last chance on the Brazilian team, but Scolari apparently felt that experience was crucial for the match against archrival Argentina.

94.   Mexico dominated the favored Brazilian team in the first half, keeping Ronaldo and Romario isolated and unable to score.

95.   Nelsinho played for Brazilian pro teams including San Paulo and Santos before becoming the manager for pro teams Palmeiras and Corinthians.

96.   Now, Rai is back on the Brazilian national team, for what almost certainly will be his last chance.

97.   Nike spokeswoman Lilian Bours said the company has discussed the appearance of Brazil at the park for months and denied the company imposed a schedule on the Brazilian team.

98.   Observers have suggested the Brazilian team may be vulnerable in defense, and some of the players hoped to exploit that.

99.   On the field, the Brazilian team gave the impression they could score at will, making fancy passes and between-the-legs dribbles.

100.   Palmeiras plays Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday and the two Brazilian teams will meet Thursday, completing tournament games.