Brazil 0-0 Costa Rica: Player ratings as Vini Jr. and Selecao stumble in first Copa America 2024 match

Brazil's campaign to make a third consecutive Copa America final kicked off tonight against Costa Rica, and the team could only manage a 0-0 draw against Los Ticos.

After struggling in their last Copa America tune-up against the USA, Brazil needed to come out hungry against Costa Rica in their first match of the tournament. Selecao had not lost to Los Ticos in their last nine matchups, and as the favorites of Group D, Dorival Junior's squad was fully expected to leave SoFi Stadium with three points.

Brazil seemed content to get off to a patient start, dominating possession and feeling out Costa Rica without any real push forward. Brazil's methodical passing and buildup kept the ball firmly out of their own half, but minus a few half chances and a penalty shout after Vini Jr. went down in the box at the 22nd minute, Brazil never truly tested Sequeira.