29.06.2026 22:10
In the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Brazil advanced by defeating Japan 2-1 with a goal from Gabriel Martinelli in the 90+6th minute.
In the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Brazil faced Japan. Brazil won the match 2-1 at NRG Stadium in Houston.
JAPAN TOOK THE LEAD, BRAZIL CAME FROM BEHIND
Japan took the lead in the 29th minute with a stylish long-range goal from Sano and finished the first half ahead. Brazil started the second half strongly and equalized through Casemiro in the 56th minute. Increasing their pressure in the remaining minutes, the Brazilians found the goal they were looking for in the dying seconds. Gabriel Martinelli met the ball inside the penalty area and scored the go-ahead goal in the 90+6th minute.
EDERSON WAS ON THE BENCH
Under Carlo Ancelotti's management, Fenerbahçe's experienced goalkeeper Ederson started the match on the bench for Brazil and did not enter the game.
NEXT OPPONENT: IVORY COAST OR NORWAY
With this result, Brazil advanced to the round of 16. The Brazilians will face the winner of the Ivory Coast - Norway matchup in the round of 16. Japan, on the other hand, was eliminated from the tournament.