Brasília, September 11, 2003 (Agência Brasil - ABr) - In its first home game in the qualifying round for the 2006 World Cup, the Brazilian national soccer team defeated Ecuador, 1x0, this Wednesday night in the Vivaldão Stadium, in Manaus (AM). The goal that ensured the victory was scored by Ronaldinho, in the 13th minute of the first half. The Brazilian national team, with six points, now stands as undisputed leader of the qualifying round.

Brazil's next contests will be on September 16, against Peru, in Lima, and September 19, against Uruguay, in Curitiba (PR). (DAS)