The U.S. Men’s National Team fell 2-0 to a youthful Brazil side in an international friendly at the New Meadowlands Stadium in New Jersey on Tuesday night.
Playing in front of a crowd of 77,223, new Brazil manager Mano Menezes’ team dominated play for much of the match with superior technical ability and pace compared to the Americans.
18-year-old Santos phenomenon Neymar scored in his Brazil debut in the 29th before AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato another in first half stoppage time.
Last night’s match was the first for both national teams since FIFA World Cup 2010 and is being is rumored to be the last for current USA coach Bob Bradley.