DHAKA: Neymar and Gabriel Jesus led Brazil to a long-awaited qualifying win in Quito, securing a 3-0 victory over Ecuador.

The recent performance was not good of Seleka’s before World Cup qualifying matches. In last two Copa America including century old Copa America they were being dropped in group stage with disappointment.

Barcelona star Neymar struck from the penalty spot before Gabriel Jesus netted a brace on debut.

It marked a first ever qualifying win in the altitude of the Ecuador capital for Brazil, who was led by title for the first time.

Juan Carlos Paredes saw red for the hosts not long after Neymar’s opener as Brazil claimed an important win.

The 19-year-old rising star Gabriel Jesus, who will join Manchester City at the start of next year, struck twice after that to complete a stunning debut.

Brazil did not meet any of the goals in the first half of the game.

In 72 minutes of the match referee awarded a penalty for a foul. Brazil took the lead for the first time.

In 87 minutes Gabriel Jesus scored for the first time for Brazil. Later, he scored his second and the team’s third.

After six days, the five-time world champions will play against Colombia at home. With this win in seven matches in the World Cup qualifier in Brazil get 12 points.

BDST: 1316 HRS, SEP 02, 2016
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