Hosts Brazil win Copa America opener

Hosts Brazil began the defence of their Copa America title with a comfortable victory over a Covid-affected Venezuela in the tournament's opening match.

Everton forward Richarlison had a first-half goal disallowed for offside and Neymar missed from close range as Brazil initially struggled to make their dominance count.

Match ends, Brazil 3, Venezuela 0.

Second Half ends, Brazil 3, Venezuela 0.

Vinícius Júnior (Brazil) wins a free kick on the left wing.

Casemiro (Brazil) wins a free kick in the defensive half.

Júnior Moreno (Venezuela) wins a free kick in the defensive half.

Neymar (Brazil) right footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the bottom left corner.

Gabi (Brazil) wins a free kick in the attacking half