Brazil v USA, International Friendly 2015 - The Brazilians were impressive

After a dull display against Costa Rica and digesting plenty of harsh criticism, the Selecao scripted a scintillating exhibition of entertaining football against the USA today. From the word go, Brazil started to dominate the proceedings. They were in a counterattacking rhythm and it was good to see Brazil relying more on their traditional way of passing and creating enough space and opportunities. The Selecao completed their ten consecutive victories against the USA.

It was Hulk, who gave Brazil the lead in the first-half and the injection of Neymar, Lucas Moura and Rafinha in the second half took Brazil’s game to a different level – they looked more penetrative and commanding. Neymar netted two while Rafinha scored one to complete a satisfactory win.

The wing-backs, midfielders and Lucas Moura had been impressive, but personally, I was impressed with Lucas Lima. This young man offered plenty of tempo and movement today and played like an ideal attacking midfielder in a 4-5-1 formation. Brazil do have brilliant options, but they are needed to be utilized in the right way. I repeat, Dunga must stick to Brazil’s traditional style of football.

Yet another victory for Carlos Dunga in an international friendly, but they are not enough to satisfy the fans until and unless he does well in the major tournaments.

Thank You
Faisal Caesar