LOS ANGELES: A controversial refereeing decision spared Brazil’s blushes at the Copa America Centenario on Saturday (Sunday in Manila) as the five-time world champions opened their campaign with a goalless draw against Ecuador.

Ecuador looked to have taken a sensational lead at the Pasadena Rose Bowl midway through the second half when Brazil goalkeeper Alisson fumbled a cross from Miller Bolanos into his own net as he stooped to gather at the near post.

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