Dayot Upamecano’s foul on Brazil full-back Wesley just outside the area led to France playing with only 10 men for the remainder of the second half.
Despite the numerical disadvantage, Didier Deschamps’ French side extended their lead in the 65th minute, courtesy of Hugo Ekitike’s close-range chipped goal.
Thirteen minutes later, Brazil, under the guidance of former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, narrowed the deficit when centre-back Bremer netted from Luiz Henrique’s low cross.
Brentford forward Igor Thiago debuted for Brazil, coming on for Manchester United’s Matheus Cunha, but his team ultimately failed to find an equalizer in the match’s closing stages.
Brazil’s all-time leading scorer, Neymar, was absent from Ancelotti’s squad due to fitness concerns.
The game was held at Gillette Stadium, home of NFL team the New England Patriots and the venue for France’s last World Cup group match against Norway this summer.