FIFA Confederations Cup: Brazil stun Spain in the final

razil produced a sensational performance at the Maracana to defeat world champions Spain and clinch their third consecutive FIFA Confederations Cup trophy. The result ended Spain's 29-match unbeaten record. Fred bagged two goals for Brazil while Neymar fired in a beautiful left-foot shot. Sergio Ramos could have brought Spain back into the game but he missed a penalty kick in the second half before Gerard Pique was sent off for a cynical foul on Neymar. Brazil took control of the match right away as they scored after just two minutes: Hulk crossed from the right flank, Neymar knocked it down at the far post and Fred managed to push it in somehow. The goal had an obvious impact on Spain and the hosts nearly put another one in through Oscar who fired narrowly wide before Casillas produced a good save to deny Paulinho's lob. Brazil were dominating the game and both Ramos and Alvaro Arbeloa were booked for fouling Neymar and Oscar. Spain had the first chance through Andres Iniesta, denied by goalkeeper Julio Cesar, and then Jordi Alba was blocked by a great tackle from David Luiz. The hosts were creating a great deal of pressure though and they were rewarded before half time when Neymar exchanged passes with Oscar before firing a splendid left-foot shot past Casillas. Spain were unable to react after the break as Brazil scored early once again as Fred touched in with a brilliant first-time finish. Spain were awarded a penalty kick when Jesus Navas was brought down inside the area but Ramos fired wide. Pedro had the final two chances for Spain but he was denied by Cesar on both occasions. The outcome of the Confederations Cup triggered some changes in the odds for the 2014 World Cup, here's how Bet365 see the situation at the moment: Brazil - 10/3 Argentina - 5/1 Germany - 5/1 Spain - 11/2 Belgium - 16/1