Adriano steers Brazil into final

Adriano has been a target for Premiership champions Chelsea

Brazil edged into the final of the Confederations Cup with a 3-2 win over hosts Germany on Saturday.

Inter Milan striker Adriano was the star for the World Cup holders, scoring twice and winning the penalty from which Ronaldinho found the net.

Adriano's deflected free-kick gave Brazil the lead on 21 minutes only for Lukas Podolski to head in an equaliser.

Michael Ballack's penalty cancelled out Ronaldinho's spotkick before Adriano netted a 76th-minute winner.

"We showed our technical ability but also a lot of courage in order to win the game," said Brazil coach Carlos Alberto Parreira.

"This was a mental game more than anything else. More than technical and tactical, it was about their attitude.

I think we still have a lot to do to get closer to the top Jurgen Klinsmann

"My players showed a lot of confidence and courage and that's why I am very proud."

Germany coach Jurgen Klinsmann was happy with his team's performance in only his second loss in 15 games.

"I was pleased with how the team reacted to being behind," said the former Spurs striker.

"We are on the right path and have been on the right path for the past 10 months. But I think we still have a lot to do to get closer to the top."

Brazil will meet the winners of Sunday's semi-final between Argentina and Mexico in the final on Wednesday.