Brazil scrap their way to 3-0 win over France

Brazil's Lucas (R) celebrates with teammates Daniel Silva (C) and Fernando after he scored their third goal against France during their international friendly soccer match in Porto Alegre, June 9, 2013. REUTERS/Paulo Whitaker

PORTO ALEGRE, Brazil (Reuters) - Brazil scrapped their way to a flattering 3-0 friendly win over France on Sunday in an ugly, disjointed match against opponents who are even worse off than themselves.

Second-half goals from Oscar, Hernanes and Lucas gave the under-fire Confederations Cup hosts a timely pre-tournament tonic in the city where coach Luiz Felipe Scolari built his reputation.