An under strength England team were no match for Brazil as they went down 1-0 in Qatar to a Nilmar header.
England, playing with determination, held out until half time against a slick Brazilian outfit.
For all their domination of the first forty five minutes Brazil were restricted in their chances as England were forced back on the defensive for long periods.
The winner came just after the break when Nilmar headed Elano's pass beyond Ben Foster after 47 minutes.
The victory could have been more comfortable had Luis Fabiano not missed a penalty in which Foster was fortunate only to see yellow after bringing down Nilmar.
Lucio then stuck the woodwork from distance, while James Milner volleyed England's best chance over the top in the second half.
Brazil were rarely troubled by the Three Lions, though coach Fabio Capello will have been pleased with how his makeshift side coped in the heat.
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