Brazil put their World Cup disappointment behind them as the Selecao overpowered a youthful USA side 2-0.
Tite put out a strong Brazil outfit for the friendly in New Jersey with a front line of Neymar, Roberto Firmino and Douglas Costa.
And it was the latter pair who combined for the opening goal after 11 minutes: Costa getting the better of Antonee Robinson down the right flank before the Juventus man set up an easy chance for Firmino.
Roberto Firmino and Neymar celebrate after the former scores the opening goal for Brazil
Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar coolly converts from the penalty spot to make it 2-0
The No 10 made no mistake from the spot after Liverpool's Firmino went down in the box
Neymar jumps and punches the air as he doubles his side's lead at the MetLife Stadium
The spot kick moved him one goal closer to Romario in his country's all-time top scorer list
Richarlison (No 9) won his first cap for Brazil after coming off the bench on 75 minutes
The lead was doubled in controversial circumstances just before half-time, the Liverpool No 9 falling in the box and a soft penalty being given which Neymar dispatched.
It was the Paris Saint-Germain striker's 57th goal for his country in 91 appearances and came off the back of a relatively barren World Cup where the world's most expensive footballer only found the net twice.
Brazil were sent home at the hands of Belgium at the quarter-final stage in Russia 2-1, with 13 players remaining in the squad for a pair of friendlies.
This included the back line of Filipe Luis, Marquinhos and Thiago Silva who were joined in defence by Fabinho and managed to quell the infrequent attacks from Dave Sarachan's side.
The pace of the game slowed down at the hour mark - with Brazil making use of all the permitted six substitutes to bring on Willian and give debuts to Richarlison and Lucas Paqueta.
Liverpool striker Firmino salutes the crowd after giving Brazil the lead over USA on 11 minutes
Neymar celebrates after doubling Brazil's advantage over the USA in New Jersey on Friday
The Brazilian looks up for options as he prepares to take on Newcastle's DeAndre Yedlin
Chelsea defender Matt Miazga showed his composure to clear from underneath his own bar
And Brazil held firm despite the USA trying in vain to find space in their opponent's half and saw out a comfortable win at the MetLife Stadium.
Manager Tite said: 'It was above my expectation, it did not have brilliance at all times, but the offensive opportunities are there.
'We are getting back on top of a pain and frustration of elimination.'
Looking forward to the side's next friendly against El Salvador on Tuesday, he said: 'In the second game, there will be a greater opportunity for other athletes to start. Opportunity of some, responsibility to perform for others.'
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson collects the ball in the air ahead of USA youngster Tim Weah
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Main photo article Brazil put their World Cup disappointment behind them as the Selecao overpowered a youthful USA side 2-0.
Tite put out a strong Brazil outfit for the friendly in New Jersey with a front line of Neymar, Roberto Firmino and Douglas Costa.
And it was the latter pair who combined for the opening...
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