Player Ratings: Brazil 0-0 Colombia

BRAZIL

Julio Cesar – 6.0: Despite not having been given much work during the match the Inter Milan goalkeeper looked insecure at times, and this could have costed Brazil a goal in the first half.

Juan – 7.0: Looked solid in defense for most part, and almost found the back of the net with a header. But was replaced by Thiago Silva in the second half due to injury.

Maicon – 6.0: Looked isolated at times, and was overrun by his marker during key plays. The right-back struggled to make a good impression.

Kleber – 5.5: Was clearly one of Brazil's most worn out players in the final quarter hour, and this affected the team a great deal.

Lucio – 7.0: Did well when Brazil counted on him. Managed to keep Darwin Quintero out of the match.

Gilberto Silva – 5.0: Worked hard in the middle of the park, but was rather slow when distributing the ball. Found it tough matching the speed of his opponents.

Kaka – 7.5: Was Brazil's main inspiration throughout the match, and never stopped working, even when it seemed that he had run out of steam. Still, it was a below-par performance for his usual high standards.

Josue – 4.5: Did well to spread the ball around the field, but lacked the necessary build to outmuscle the physical Colombians. This ended up affecting the team, and his overall showing.

Elano – 4.5: A frustrating performance, never managed to get involved in the game, and lacked precision with his passing. Was replaced in the second half.

Robinho – 7.0: Showed signs of his brilliance at the beginning, but soon faded into the shadows. Came off injured.

Jo – 6.5: Was Brazil's most dangerous striker, particularly in the first half. Wasted several glorious opportunities to find the back of the net though.

Substitutes:

Thiago Silva – 6.5: Added some much needed strength to the Brazilian back-line.

Mancini – 5.5: Motivated the side with his introduction, but was extremely sluggish with his crossing.

Alexandre Pato – 5.0: Had a clear-cut opportunity to open the scoring with his first touch of the ball, but lacked accuracy.

COLOMBIA

Agustin Julio – 7.5: In truth, Julio wasn't called upon much by his team. But he responded well when he needed to.

Mario Yepes – 9.0: A rock in the centre of the Colombian defense. Organized his team well, and always won in the air. Without doubt the man-of-the-match

Luis Perea – 7.5: Tried to move forward at every opportunity, but wasn't provided with sufficient back-up. Kept the Brazilian fowards at bay.

Pablo Armero – 6.5: A good overall performance from the America de Cali left-back. Helped out in the attack when needed.

Camilo Zuniga – 7.5: The right-back supported his teammates when it came to marking, and this cut down Brazil's efficiency.

Fabian Vargas – 8.5: A brilliant performance. Pulled the strings in the Colombia midfield, and did well to break down attacks.

Gerardo Bedoya – 7.0: Despite his short stature, did well to contain the Brazilian midfield. Was dangerous in dead-ball situations, and played a key role as his side secured a valuable point.

Juan Carlos Toja – 7.0: Came close to scoring on a header, and always looked dangerous when in an attacking position. Also helped to neutralize the Brazilians.

Freddy Guarin – 6.5: The versatile midfielder shifted around the field, depending on the flow of the match. Did well to break down several Brazilian attacks.

Darwin Quintero – 6.0: Found it difficult to get into the game early on, but assisted Renteria on a couple of goal-scoring opportunities.

Wason Renteria – 7.0: Started off the match in fine form, and was always a menace to the Brazilian defense. Could have been more efficient when it came down to scoring goals.

Substitutes:

Abel Aguilar – N/A:

Gustavo Ramos – N/A:

Gregory Sica