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USA vs. Brazil, 2018 Friendly live stream: Time, TV schedule, lineups, and highlights

The USMNT begin a new cycle with a test against one of the best.

By Rob Usry Updated

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Pre-Match: The United States men’s national team officially begins a new World Cup cycle today. Sure, we’ve seen several friendlies since the World Cup qualifying debacle, but now that the summer has passed and a champion has been crowned, the slate is wiped clean and everyone is equal once again.

The USSF have set up two interesting friendlies to begin, starting with a match-up against five-time world champions, Brazil. The Samba Boys are coming off some disappointment of their own. Tabbed as pre-tournament World Cup favorites, they were ousted in the quarterfinals by Belgium in a thrilling game.

Brazil have brought a star-studded roster to give the young USMNT side a stern test. Tite’s roster selections include some of the most talented players in the world and even boasts two European Cup winners in Neymar and Casemiro. Meanwhile, the U.S. look at their young midfield core of Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams as a foundation to build on for the future. How will the dynamic duo hold up against some of the best players in the sport?

Many have wanted the USSF to schedule challenging opponents like this. Now it’s time to see how the youngsters handle the pressure.

Note: We’re trying something new with our match threads. We’ll be updating the post with updates of goals and big moments as they happen. Check back every so often during the match for highlights and commentary.

Lineups

United States lineup:

Brazil lineup:

How to Watch

Advertised Kickoff Time: 7:30 p.m. ET, 4:30 p.m. PT (Kickoff will reportedly come just after 8 p.m.)

Venue: MetLife Stadium; East Rutherford, N.J.

Available TV: FS1, Univision, Univision Deportes

Available Streaming: fuboTV (Free Trial), FOX Sports Go, Univision Deportes

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