Dunga blames missed chances for Brazil defeat

PUERTO ORDAZ, June 28 (Reuters) Brazil coach Dunga said his team was on the right track, despite losing 2-0 to Mexico in his first competitive game in charge yesterday.

''What we have to be frustrated about are the chances we missed in the second half,'' he said. ''We created a number of chances but their goalkeeper had an inspirational evening.'' ''Our team is on the right path, we just have to sort out a few details.'' Defending champions Brazil conceded two goals in an eight-minute spell during the first half of the Group B match.

They improved dramatically after Afonso and Anderson replaced Diego and Elano at halftime but were repeatedly thwarted by Mexico goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa.

Brazil, the defending champions, face Chile in their next match on Sunday needing a win to stay alive in the group.

''The idea of being eliminated hasn't crossed our minds,'' said captain Gilberto Silva.

Robinho, who saw one shot hit the crossbar as Brazil pressed in the second half, was equally upbeat.

''Of course, we can qualify,'' he said. ''That's our aim.

''I'm sad about the defeat. There's no point in playing well and losing. I don't want to be the best of the worst.'' Reuters BJR RN2115