by Associated Press Firmino scores in Brazil victory over Austria Associated Press - 18 November 2014 15:48-05:00 GENEVA (AP) — Brazil newcomer Roberto Firmino made his mark on the international scene Tuesday, before Lionel Messi's Argentina faced Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal in England. Firmino, a 23-year-old midfielder making his second appearance for Brazil, scored with a 25-meter shot in the 83rd minute to seal a 2-1 friendly win against Austria. Brazil, which had led through David Luiz's header in the 64th, made it six straight wins since the World Cup in coach Dunga's return as coach. On a busy night, Belarus won 3-2 in Borisov to end Mexico's five-match unbeaten run. Raul Jimenez had twice put Mexico ahead in the second half. Japan beat Australia 2-1 in a clash of 2015 Asian Cup favorites. Also, it was Slovenia 0, Colombia 1; Greece 0, Serbia 2; Iran 1, South Korea 0. News Topics: Sports, Soccer, Men's soccer, Men's sports People, Places and Companies: Cristiano Ronaldo, Brazil, Austria, South America, Latin America and Caribbean, Western Europe, Europe Copyright 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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