Brazil loses patience with teen striker Pato

Brazilian striker Alexandre Pato, whose early performances prompted comparisons with Ronaldo and Pele, has failed to live up to his reputation at the Olympics and now finds himself on the sidelines.

The AC Milan player arrived in China as one of the big names of the Olympic tournament alongside Ronaldinho and Lionel Messi but has barely made a mark, scoring one goal in three group games and offering few attacking options.

He then lost his place to Rafael Sobis for the 2-0 quarterfinal win against Cameroon and, judging by the comments of coach Dunga, is unlikely to regain it very soon.