On Sunday, July 25, 2004 goalkeeper Julio Cesar blocked Andres D'Alessandro's shot and Gabriel Heinze missed over the crossbar as Brazil defeated Argentina 4-2 on penalties in the American Cup final. Brazil made all of its penalty kicks, capped by defender Juan's for their seventh Cup title, and first against Argentina in the finals. Coach Parreira said "we never thought it would be easy, Argentina came with all these experienced players, but our team proved they are capable of overcoming any difficulties."

Argentina midfielder Javier Zanetti, said "there are things that can't be explained in soccer. That's what happened against Brazil, we can't explain what went wrong."

Result - Brazil 2 Argentina 2. Copa America final. Brazil win 4-2 on penalties. Brazil is the champion!

Watching the game, I remembered some actions of God. He does it very well. When the enemy is already celebrating, when we lose all hope and become sad, God intervenes and gives us victory. What happened with the Brazilian team is nothing compared to what God can do.

What is the situation you are facing today? Trust in God.

Remember He opened the Red Sea (Exodus 14) in the exact time, not a day before, not a hour later but exactly at the moment that the people needed. He can do the same thing in your life today and always. Only believe!

Pr. Alcione