U.S. captain Tyler Adams will be available in a limited role for the Americans' friendly game against Brazil on Wednesday night, while forward Josh Sargent will miss his second consecutive match ahead of the Copa America. Adams, a 25-year-old defensive midfielder, recently returned to play after recovering from a torn right hamstring that required surgery. He is expected to play under 45 minutes in the upcoming match. On the other hand, Sargent, 24, who scored 16 goals in 26 league games for Norwich, will not participate due to ongoing recovery from foot swelling.
The U.S. team, coming off a 5-1 loss to Colombia, faces a challenging history against Brazil, having lost 11 consecutive games and holding a 1-18 record against the Selecao. Despite the recent defeat, coach Gregg Berhalter emphasized the importance of focusing on preparation for the upcoming Copa America tournament rather than solely on results.
