Total Football triumphs.

In a special match for a less than special occasion, the Dutch team has finally rid itself of its tag "Underachievers" by claiming the scalp of the favourites in the tournament, Brazil.

And by doing so, they have proven that the Samba kings can be turned on their backs by Total Football, a term coined by the famous era of Johan Cryuff.

Brazil had a good first half, taking the lead early but the two most talented Dutch players proved decisive in a victory few would have given them a chance to based on their performance in the first half.

Sneijder and Robben were obviously the difference. Melo was silly by stamping on Robben and Julio Cesar was caught flapping.

So its goodbye to the much maligned Dunga, looked like he just did not have Lady Luck on his side. His animated gestures at the sidelines did not help in masking his massive disappointment.

I fully expect the Brazilians to look for an inspired change again in a new coach who will pick up the familiar kind of samba Brazil with its erratic bunch of superstars like Ronaldinho, Ronaldo and Adriano. We all kind of miss that Brazil.

Holland meanwhile has much to prove, next match Uruguay, a defeat will surely return them to the old tag of Underachievers. Victory will put them as clear favourites for the most coveted trophy in world football.