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by Duryodhan on Jul 16, 2007 10:22 AM

Brazil has proved their superiority in tournament as they have improved with each match. Not to take away from Argentinian team I think peaked little too early. What happened most likely in minds of Argentinan players is that since Brazil lost to Mexico easily and Argentinian team beating Mexico very eaasily, they got litlle overconfidente and most likely underestimated Brazilian strength. I think Argentinian conceding a goal early were shocked and never recovered from shock. Remember World Cup 1998 when France shocked Brazil.
Any way some guys have written about India. It has happened before with hard work and proper guidance India can be at least a qualifier but our petty politics and low self esteem of players has never allowed them to do well. Biggest difference is long time back yugoslavian coach of Indian team Cyric Milovan once demanded equal status for Indian footballers just before Nehru tournament which was won by Uruguay long time back. I remember when coach Milovan met Indian team they were staying in school rooms in New Delhi whereas other particpating teams were staying in five star hotels. What I mean is look how Indian footballers are treated and give them equal status if not equal money then they will do wonders. I still recall India lost Uruguay in finals by 2-0 despite having strong field.
Another question is if India can even be in Copa America.
Answer is that yes but they have to imrove to be amongst top Asian Nations. There are two invitees as thi

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