Five reasons why Brazil can win the 2013 Confederations Cup

2. Better preparation

Brazil have played more competitive matches in this tournament whereas Spain have not come under any pressure at all. Their last game against Nigeria saw them work hard to penetrate the Super Eagles’ defence but Nigeria could not pose any threat in offense. Spain were kept down to a single goal in an hour of football until Fernando Torres came off the bench to make it 2-0.

Brazil’s defence has been solid and they have one of the best centre-backs of the tournament in Thiago Silva. David Luiz suffered a nose injury but will be back against Uruguay but just in case, they have Dante on the bench who had a great season in the Bundesliga.

Brazil’s tightly contested game against Italy must have warmed them up for the business end and cup competitions are all about peaking at the right time.