London 2012: Brazil Outclasses Team GB

Neymar celebrates after scoring Brazil's second goal

Team GB were outclassed and outplayed by Brazil in their first and only serious outing before they start their Olympic campaign against Senegal at Old Trafford on Thursday.

Stuart Pearce's team were given an indication of the huge task facing them if they are to win a medal at the Games as Brazil, one of the pre-tournament favourites, cruised to victory at the Riverside Stadium, reports the BBC.

It was always going to be a difficult task for Pearce's side against a hugely talented team not only determined to win their first Olympic football gold but also looking to build towards the World Cup they host in 2014.

Tottenham midfielder, Sandro headed his team in front with just 12 minutes gone after a free-kick was allowed to reach him at the far post and Neymar doubled the advantage from the penalty spot before the break.
Brazil experience

All of Brazil's Olympic 18-man squad have played for the senior side whereas only seven of the Team GB squad have played for either the England or Wales senior side

Mano Menezes's side were certainly worthy of their lead at half-time and looked like a team keeping plenty in reserve, although their opponents certainly improved as the match wore on.   (BBC)