Brazil slammed for allowing 'very limited' Scotland the majority of possession

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Brazil World Cup winner Vampeta criticised his nation because they allowed 'limited' Scotland plenty of possession.

The South American giants brushed Scotland aside in a 3-0 romp in Miami, with Steve Clarke's side now facing an anxious wait to see if they are going home.

But ex-Inter Milan and PSG star Vampeta, who helped Brazil win the 2002 World Cup, wasn't happy with his country's performance against Scotland. He pointed out: "Carlo Ancelotti's style is a little different when it comes to ball possession.

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"But before the Scotland defender's mistake that led to our first goal, Scotland actually had more possession. That's what worries me, because when we face a better team with a higher calibre and firepower, it's a risk for Brazil.

"We were playing against a very limited side, but that won't be the case in the next round."