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