US loses to Brazil

The United States lost 4-1 to Brazil tonight, some thoughts.

• The result is extremely flattering for Brazil but it does show you the difference in class between the two sides, one an international powerhouse and the other a modest side capable of an upset on their day. Just look at the strikers both teams brought off the bench. Alexandre Pato for Brazil and Terrence Boyd for the US, it says a lot.
• Jose Torres was anonymous for the majority of the game in his wider role. His best moments came when he moved infield. Jurgen should try a midfield three of Torres/Jones/Bradley against weaker teams, on paper its similar to what Arsenal has with Wilshere/Arteta/Song and could help break down stingy defenses in the CONCACAF region.
• Edu is exposed in any midfield position other than destroyer, which adds to my point above. Klinsmann is using these friendlies for world cup qualifying preparation but I sincerely hope he doesn't plan on playing Edu against some of the CONCACAF minnows. He doesn't bring enough to the table for me and there are far better options available, like Sacha Kljestan. 
• Fabian Johnson continues his good play at left back. The US looks to have finally found a fullback with a decent offensive game. It's also important to point out that he can no longer change national allegiances, unlike another German American fullback.
• Bocanegra and Onyewu simply aren't good enough anymore at this level, especially together. The problem for Klinsmann is that all the really good prospects are just that, prospects. Geoff Cameron, Tim Ream, and Omar Gonzalez still have a ways to go before they can lay claim to a starting spot. Ream and Cameron especially as they're actually capable of remaining calm and moving the ball out of the back of the field. Something that plagued the US constantly against Brazil.
• The US gave Brazil way too much respect early on in the game. Coming off an emphatic win I expected more from the US across the board. The second half was much better but the first half felt like I was watching a Bob Bradley team for the most part.