Robinho celebrated his first goal at the World Cup and a man-of-the-match performance as Brazil cruised past Chile and into the quarter-finals on Monday.
Robinho featured in the build-up to Luis Fabiano’s 38th-minute strike and then splendidly finished a chance created for him by a surging midfield run from Ramires on 59 minutes.
Robinho’s form is a big plus for coach Dunga as Brazil remained unbeaten after four games in South Africa. “I am very happy with both the goal and the victory,” the on-loan Santos attacker said.
“If I am able to be the top scorer that will be fine, but I am focused on us doing well as a team,” he added.
While Kaka is working his way back into form after a thigh injury, Robinho has been one of Brazil’s best in South Africa, using his acceleration and verve to pose problems for opposing defences.
Dunga said Robinho, Luis Fabiano and former world player of the year Kaka were being given freedom to attack from any part of the pitch. — AFP