GERBISCH GLADBACH, Germany _ Adriano's first World Cup goal couldn't have come at a better moment.

It gave him the perfect gift to honor his first son, Adriano Junior, who was born in Rio de Janeiro 48 hours earlier.

Adriano scored with a left-footed shot from the top of area in the 49th minute Sunday to help Brazil beat Australia 2-0 in Munich.

The striker dedicated the goal to his son by doing the "rocking the baby" celebration along with other Brazilian players.

"It's an incredible feeling to become a father, and it's an incredible feeling to score my first World Cup goal," Adriano said.

The goal helped Brazil secure a berth in the second round of the World Cup. Striker Fred, who substituted Adriano just two minutes from the end, scored Brazil's other goal.

Adriano has turned all his attention to his newborn son in the past two days. He even bought a notebook computer to be able to see the boy's pictures and communicate with his wife, Danielle.

"It's a big boy, very pretty," Adriano told the Brazilian Soccer Confederation's Web site.

Adriano's matchday celebration recalled the one made by Brazil striker Bebeto in the 1994 World Cup in the United States, following the birth of his son.

Adriano was the top scorer when Brazil won last year's Confederations Cup in Germany. The Inter Milan player also was key for Brazil at the 2004 Copa America, in which he also was top scorer.

He has 25 goals in 36 matches with Brazil's national team.

Brazil arrived at its new training camp in Gerbish Gladbach on Monday. The team's starters underwent physical training in the gym, while the second stringers had a light practice session on the field.

Brazil, seeking a record sixth title, will play Japan on Thursday in its last Group F match. A draw will secure first place for the defending champions.