Japan vs Brazil - Kaka tipped to win selection

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2014 World Cup hosts Brazil continue their preparations for the tournament with a friendly against Japan in Poland on Tuesday. The South Americans have put 14 goals past their last two Asian opponents. But despite their formidable form head coach Mano Menzes insists there's still room for improvement. 

Menezes may have to do without the services of fullback Marcelo and midfielder Ramires through injury and illness though, but the recently recalled Kaka may make an appearance instead. Japan will be looking to cause their second upset in a week at Municipal Stadium in Wroclaw - the recorded a 1-0 win over France in another friendly last Friday. 

Alberto Zaccheroni's and have only lost twice in their past 15 fixtures in all competitions and have all but qualified for the 2014 tournament. But Japan's head coach is rightly anticipating a much bigger challenge from the five-times World Cup champions.

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