According to Press Association Sport, England manager Fabio Capello says that Brazil is stronger than the European champions Spain. Capello believes that the South American side may be more of a threat in next summer’s World Cup finals.

The Italian’s side have now faced both teams in friendly internationals and he seems to think that the South Americans possess more of what it takes to win the tournament.

“It was the first time we played against a team that was so physically strong, fast and technically good,” Capello said.

“Their style is very different to Spain.

“Spain are really good technically. They pass the ball a lot. But they are not as strong and they don’t defend as well.

“When we played Spain they were very good but we still created four chances to score.

“On Saturday night I counted two; once when James Milner crossed the ball and on another occasion when Wayne Rooney tried to shoot after a dribble.

“When you look at that, I don’t think Brazil will be easy to beat.”

England were lucky to come away from Saturday’s match in Doha with only a 1-0 defeat, as a confident Brazil side also missed a penalty and struck a post.

Capello could understand the reasons for the below-par display though.

“We were missing a lot of players,” he added.

“This team has not played so many games but I am happy with the performance of some players. I understand a lot.”