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Brazil blanks Colombia, advances to men’s soccer semifinal

After failing to score in group play Brazilian captain Neymar Jr. changed that Saturday night against Colombia, scoring on a free kick in the 12th minute to give the hosts a 1-0 lead. Brazil would control the action for much of the night at Corinthians Arena, with Luan’s goal in the 83rd minute sealing the 2-0 victory. After struggling in their first two matches 0-0 draws against South Africa and Iraq, Brazil has won their last two matches by a combined score of 6-0.

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With that, they’re off to the Maracanã where they’ll take on Honduras in the semifinals Wednesday.