Haan's 1st match against Brazil

Haan's 1st match against Brazil

BEIJING: New Chinese coach Arie Haan is in for a baptism of fire after local media Friday reported that China will play world champions Brazil in his first match in charge.

The Beijing Youth Daily, quoting an unnamed official involved in organizing the match, said the showpiece event would be held in Guangzhou, capital of China's southern Guangdong province, on Feb. 12.

"Both sides have reached agreement on the match," said the official. The China Football Association could not immediately be reached for confirmation.

According to the newspaper, World Cup holder Brazil, which beat China 4-0 enroute to lifting the trophy last year, will be paid US$1.25 million to play. --AFP