Munich : Australia defiantly have gone down to an experienced and lucky Brazil 2 nil thanks to two second half strikes.

Adriano brilliantly finished on his left foot from the edge of the 18 yard area in the 48th minute to open Brazil's account. With Australia pushing up for an equalizer, Brazil countered in the dying minutes, with Fred scoring from a rebound shot from Robinho in the 89th minute.

KAISERSLAUTERN (Reuters) - Italy and the United States slugged out a bruising 1-1 draw in the most controversial match of the World Cup so far in which three players were sent off in their Group E clash on Saturday.

Alberto Gilardino's opener for Italy was canceled out by a an own goal from Cristian Zaccardo, but the real talking point of an explosive match was a World Cup record-equalling three red cards shown by Uruguayan referee Jorge Larrionda.

An overall wrap up of the Top 10 favourites to win the World Cup...

10 - Czech Republic, Probably the most impressive team so far of the tournament, although they’ve played the over rated USA. With 3 outstanding goals, the Czechs seemed organized and played well under pressure. The best all round performance of any team in the tournament so far.

9 – Portugal, Got off to a flyer against Angola, and looked as though a 6 nil score line was on the cards. Slowed down in spurts, but definitely showed superiority over the former colony. Can improve, look good in attack, but the defence looks a little nervous. I think Iran and Mexico will force the Portugese to perform at their best.