Soccer: Brazil women defeat Ghana to claim Olympic spot
Associated Press
BEIJING — Cristiane scored two goals and Brazil defeated Ghana 5-1 today to qualify for the women's soccer tournament at the Beijing Olympics.
Marta opened the scoring in the 19th minute and Cristiane made it 2-0 just before the interval. Aline, Cristiane and Rosana added second-half goals to make it 5-0 before Anita Amankwa scored for Ghana.
Brazil was the final team to qualify after the playoff match at Workers Stadium.
The draw for the men's and women's Olympic tournament takes place Sunday in Beijing.
