Brazil players unhappy with jeering
China Daily | Updated: 2008-06-20 07:37
BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil: Brazil's players were unhappy with the spectators who jeered coach Dunga and the team during the 0-0 World Cup qualifying draw with Argentina on Wednesday.
Frustrated by their side's performance, the 52,000 fans at the Mineirao stadium also applauded Argentina's Lionel Messi when he was substituted in stoppage time.
"The Brazilian supporters need to give encouragement," defender Gilberto told reporters. "But Argentina come to play in Brazil and the Brazilian supporters applaud Messi.
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