PHOTO GALLERY: 2012 NIKE International Friendlies

U.S. midfielder Christopher Lima brings the ball up the field during the first half of the U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team’s 4-4 draw against Brazil Nov. 28.

U.S. defender Elijah Martin tries to keep a Brazilian forward from advancing toward the goal.

U.S. forward Corey Baird was credited with an assist.

U.S. defender Elijah Martin throws the ball back into play during the first half.

U.S. forward Junior Flores pushes the ball up the field against Brazil Nov. 28.

Several U.S. players converge on a Brazilian forward during the first half.

U.S. defender Elijah Martin looks to gain control of the ball from a Brazilian player.

The U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team opened the 2012 NIKE International Friendlies with a 4-4 draw against Brazil Nov. 28.