MANILA, Philippines – Hosts Brazil opened the Confederations Cup with a comfortable 3-0 win over Japan. A stunning third minute goal from Neymar set Brazil on their way before Paulinho ended Japan’s challenge by adding a second goal three minutes into the second half of the Group A match. Substitute Jo completed the scoring in stoppage time as Brazil played their first competitive match since the Copa America nearly two years ago. ANC, June 16, 2013
