Brazil Overcomes Japan 2-1 in 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Match
Brazil secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Japan in the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking their first knockout win after trailing at half-time in 88 years. Casemiro equalized in the 56th minute, and Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner. Japan took an early lead through Kaishu Sano but bowed out after a spirited performance, with coach Hajime Moriyasu and players expressing gratitude to their fans despite the defeat.