By Osagie Alonge

Brazil got a great start to defending their Confederations Cup title with a 3-0 thrashing against Japan in Brasillia.
Three goals from Neymar, Paulinho and Jo was enough to see the Samba boys remain unbeaten against the Asian Champions with Coach Luiz Felipe Scolari looking very pleased.
African Champions Nigeria will be playing their first match against Oceania champs Tahiti on June 17, 2012.

