Brazil captain Fabiana Claudino:

Though the match didn’t go as we expected, we fought to the end. We are proud of our performance.

Brazil coach Jose Robeto Guimaraes:

The game was very close and very balanced. I am impressed by the Americans’ determination. But, despite the loss, I am proud of my team.

USA captain Jennifer Tamas:

A five-setter against Brazil was really tough. But before the match we knew it would be a close match. We played really hard tonight. We will come back tomorrow and try to play the best volleyball.

USA coach Hugh McCutcheon:

It was a very difficult match. Both teams played hard. There are some great hits, some great rallies. It was very close. I'm very happy, but we understand that we have a lot to do. Brazil taught us a lot tonight.