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Japan vs Brazil: A Historic 3-2 Victory - Sportsjone.com Table of Contents Toggle Introduction On October 14, 2025, at Tokyo’s Ajinomoto Stadium, Japan achieved a monumental feat in international football by defeating Brazil 3-2 in a friendly match. This victory marked Japan’s first-ever win over the five-time World Cup champions in 14 encounters, signaling a significant shift in the balance of power between the two nations on the football field. The Match Breakdown First Half: Brazil’s Dominance Brazil took control early in the match, with goals from Paulo Henrique and Gabriel Martinelli giving them a 2-0 lead at halftime. The Brazilian squad, managed by Carlo Ancelotti, showcased their attacking prowess, leaving Japan with a steep hill to climb in the second half. Second Half: Japan’s Resilient Comeback Japan’s response after the break was nothing short of remarkable. Takumi Minamino capitalized on a defensive error by Brazil’s Fabricio Bruno to score Japan’s first goal in the 52nd minute. Nine minutes later, Bruno inadvertently scored an own goal, leveling the score at 2-2. The decisive moment came in the 71st minute when Ayase Ueda headed in a precise corner from Junya Ito, co…

Japan are more than ready for their World Cup rematch with Brazil - ESPN HOUSTON, Texas -- WhenJapanlock horns withBrazil, it will not be the first time the two sides have faced off at theWorld Cup. Two decades ago, Germany hosted the inaugural meeting between them on football's biggest stage. And how different things were back then. Japan were only featuring at their third World Cup, having debuted in 1998 before co-hosting the tournament four years later. Brazil had just won a record fifth title in 2002. Unsurprisingly, it was the Brazilians who prevailed4-1on the day. Their starting XI included legendary names such as Ronaldo, Ronaldinho and Kaká. Japan did have some recognizable faces in Hidetoshi Nakata, Junichi Inamoto and Shunsuke Nakamura, but they probably could not be mentioned in the same breath. With all due respect to rest of that Samurai Blue generation, the average football fan might struggle to identify most of them. - Vickery:Brazil have improved during the World Cup, but is it enough?- Tan:If Japan are dreaming of winning the WC, Brazil is the greatest test- Connelly:Why every round-of-32 team will, won't win FIFA World Cup Back then, Brazil had four stars …

Martinelli rescues Brazil, yet Japan expose cracks in Seleção's World ... Despite the victory, Brazil will know tougher challenges lie ahead. Japan exposed vulnerabilities in transition and limited Brazil's creativity for long periods. TBS Report 30 June, 2026, 01:25 am Last modified: 30 June, 2026, 01:52 am Brazil's Gabriel Martinelli scores their second goal during Fifa World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match versus Japan at Houston Stadium, Houston, Texas, US, 29 June 2026. Photo: Reuters For almost 90 minutes, Japan looked capable of producing one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Disciplined, fearless and tactically brilliant, the Samurai Blue frustrated Brazil for long spells and pushed the five-time world champions to the edge of extra time. Then came one costly mistake. Keep updated, follow The Business Standard's Google news channel Gabriel Martinelli struck in the fourth minute of stoppage time to hand Brazil a dramatic 2-1 victory in Houston on Sunday, sending Carlo Ancelotti's side into the Round of 16 and ending Japan's inspiring World Cup campaign. The decisive moment came after Japan gave away possession at the edge of their own penalty area. Bruno Guimarae…

Brazil survive World Cup scare against Japan to advance - ESPN HOUSTON --CasemirosaidBrazilavoided one of the all-time World Cup shocks againstJapanby keeping "calm" after the five-time winners fell behind against Hajime Moriyasu's team in their round-of-32 tie. Kaishu Sano's 29th-minute goal had raised the prospect of Brazil suffering their first-ever competitive defeat against Asian opposition and crashing out of the World Cup at the earliest point since a group stage exit in 1966. But Casemiro's second-half equalizer followed byGabriel Martinelli's winning goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time saw Brazil overturn their 1-0 deficit to secure a round-of-16 tie againstNorwayorIvory Coastin New Jersey on July 5. "The victory was about our calm and our patience in pressuring and pressuring a team playing a low block," Casemiro said. "This was the most important aspect -- believing that calm would see a time when we would score. "We were fighting all game and had possession so we knew we would get chances. Japan are really organized in defense, but we were really good in the second half and won the match. "I am so happy," he said. "So many people celebrating this. I am so pr…

Brazil (BRA) vs Japan (JPN) Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: (BRA 2-1 ... Hi and welcome to India Today's highlights of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Round of 32 clash - Brazil vs Japan. Gabriel Martinelli's stoppage-time winner completed a dramatic Brazil comeback as Carlo Ancelotti's side beat Japan 2-1 to book their place in the Round of 16. After trailing at half-time, Brazil responded through Casemiro before Martinelli broke Japanese hearts deep into stoppage time.Read our full match report by Naman Suri Also follow the live coverage of the next game,Germany vs Paraguay here. That's all we have for this game. Full-time: Brazil 2-1 Japan Heartbreak for Japan. After producing a disciplined and courageous display for almost 90 minutes, the Samurai Blue were undone by Gabriel Martinelli's stoppage-time winner as Brazil completed a dramatic comeback to reach the Round of 16. Kaishu Sano gave Japan a deserved first-half lead, but Casemiro and Martinelli turned the tie around for the five-time world champions. Full-time: Brazil 2-1 Japan Brazil are through to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after completing a dramatic second-half comeback to beat Japan 2-1 in their Round of 32 cl…

Japan vows to 'change history' against Brazil in World Cup round of 32 Coach Moriyasu says Kubo out to focus on recovery; 'We know we're the underdog' Japan head coach Moriyasu Hajime takes a selfie with supporters before leaving a training facility in Nashville, Tennessee, on Sunday during the FIFA World Cup. [AP] Japan's national football team is preparing for a bold challenge as it faces perennial title contender Brazil in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Japan entered the tournament with an explicit goal of winning the title, only to draw one of the toughest possible opponents at the first knockout stage — a five-time World Cup champion. The team must also navigate the absence of key attacker Kubo Takefusa, 25, of Real Sociedad, who is sidelined with an injury. Yet coach Moriyasu Hajime expressed confidence that his side could rise to the occasion even without its ace. "We can change history," he said. According to ESPN, Moriyasu told a pre-match news conference Monday that Kubo would not feature against Brazil. "Kubo is still only doing individual training and running, so he will not play against Brazil," he said. "We sincerely hope he recovers as …

Brazil 2-1 Japan: Martinelli fires Brazil into World Cup last 16 Gabriel Martinelli struck deep into stoppage time to send Brazil into the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Japan. The Arsenal forward scored in the 96th minute after Bruno Guimaraes regained possession on the edge of the penalty area and threaded a pass into Martinelli, who calmly guided his effort in off the post to settle a fiercely contested round-of-32 tie. Late drama seals Brazil victory Japan looked the better side for much of the opening half and deservedly took the lead through Kaishu Sano. The midfielder capitalised on a misplaced pass from Danilo, surged past Casemiro and fired a low shot into the bottom corner to put the Asian side ahead. Brazil struggled to find their rhythm before the interval but returned with greater urgency after the restart. Read Also: Arsenal’s sports science chief Tom Allen leaves club Jun 29, 2026 Barcelona make contact with Harry Kane’s camp over possible transfer Jun 29, 2026 Manchester City to pay Chelsea £17m in compensation after Enzo Maresca switch Jun 29, 2026 How Enzo Maresca dumped Chelsea for Manchester City – Blues release stateme…

Brazil vs Japan live: score, commentary, latest from World Cup ... World Cup Live Brazil vs Japan live: score, commentary, latest from World Cup 2026 Follow news and updates from the World Cup as the round of 32 continues with Brazil v Japan, Germany v Paraguay and Netherlands v Morocco James Gheerbrant , Houston , Martin Caparrotta and Will Rogan Share Share this article Email Twitter Facebook Link Save Martinelli’s stoppage-time winner booked Brazil’s place in the last 16 Michael Regan – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images What you need to know Three World Cup games today as round of 32 continues Gabriel Martinelli’s stoppage-time winner against Japan sends Brazil into last 16 Germany v Paraguay (9.30pm BST / 4.30pm ET), live on BBC1 Netherlands v Morocco (2am BST / 9pm ET), live on ITV1 Play our World Cup predictor to guess who will lift trophy Match Centre: Scores, fixtures and final group standings Show Details Alex Slitz/Getty Images Phil Noble/Reuters James Gheerbrant , Houston Devastation for Japan, whose World Cup knockout curse continues. They are still yet to win a match at this stage of the tournament, and have now been eliminated in the first knockout round five times. They pl…

Brazil 2 vs 1 Japan live online: updates, goals, stats and highlights ... Dane Arlauckas twitter Update: Jun 29th, 2026 15:27 EDT 0 Share facebook twitter whatsapp Make us preferred on Google Show key events only There's new messages Brazil vs Japan: World Cup Round of 32 live updates In the fifth minute of stoppage time, it was heartbreak in Houston for Japan. The ball sent in from Bruno Guimaraes after the give away by Tanaka. Endrick applied the pressure. The ball skimmed across the top of the area and Bruno G found Martinelli who banged it off the inside of the post and this time luck was on the Brazilians side. Two round of 32 matches and two stoppage time winners. If this is what's in store for the next few days, sign me up. Vinicius had goals in each of his first three games of the tournament and was this close to getting another goal. He put the defender in a blender and banged it off the post as Suzuki got just enough of a graze to push it to the inside of the post and some how from rolling over the line. Just minutes after Casemiro was denied on the door step it was a brilliant ball sent into the back post from Garbriel and the former Man U and Madrid man buried it to le…

Brazil vs Japan LIVE: Neymar starts on bench as World Cup last-32 ... The world’s most free-thinking newspaper Brazil completed a remarkable World Cup comeback after Gabriel Martinelli's stoppage-time strike buried Japan in their gripping last-32 clash. After a thrilling start from the Samurai Blue, which saw Kaishu Sano break the deadlock and stun theSelecao, Carlo Ancelotti's team changed the game. Vinicius Jr turned it on and Casemiro headed the five-time champions level. But as Brazil bombarded the Japanese box with crosses, a delightful pass from Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes found Arsenal's Martinelli, whose neat finish found its way just inside the far right post with five minutes of six added on expired. Re-live all the action from this blockbuster last-32 World Cup tie below: World Cup 2026 power rankings: Argentina and France lead charge heading into knockouts World Cup 2026 golden boot standings as Lionel Messi surges clear of Mbappe, Haaland and Kane Who has qualified for the knockout stages and which teams have been eliminated from the World Cup? No idea why but we’re just being shown some performative nonsense from a Japan fan in the crowd. He handed his phone…

Japan looks to flip script on mentor Brazil in World Cup round of 32 clash WORLD CUP Japan Men's National Soccer Team Add Topic Once source of soccer inspiration, Brazil stands in way of an ascendant Japan Danielle Lerner USA TODAY June 28, 2026, 9:06 p.m. ET Hear this story HOUSTON — When Japan attempts to topple historical World Cup powerhouse Brazil in a round of 32 game on Monday, June 29 at NRG Stadium, the Japanese side won’t have to look far into the past for inspiration. In a friendly game in Tokyo in October, Japan notched a first-ever victory over Brazil, erasing a two-goal halftime deficit to win 3-2. “At that point we saw history move,” Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu said. “We realized that we do have a chance of winning and I think that was shown at the friendly. Tomorrow is going to be very tough for us, but so that we can seize that win, we will be at the match at full force.” Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said of the friendly, “I think it was a good experience for us to know that Japan is a really competitive team. We have completely and totally full respect for them and we prepare for the game like a final, because it is a final.” Monday’s World Cup rematch is a chanc…

Martinelli scores last-gasp winner as Brazil beat Japan to reach World ... FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE 1m ago live Updated16m ago Brazil came from behind to beat Japan at the death in a thrilling 2026 World Cup knockout clash. Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic 96th-minute winner to send Brazil into the round of 16. Casemiro had earlier levelled the score after Kaishu Sano had given underdogs Japan an unlikely but deserved lead. Brazil will next face either the Ivory Coast or Norway in New York on July 5, with a place in the quarter-finals at stake. Brazil are headed to the last 16 and they will be back in New Jersey, at MetLife Stadium, for it — the venue for their opening 1-1 draw against Morocco. That game will be at 4pm ET on Sunday (July 5) and will be against either Ivory Coast or Norway, who face tomorrow at 1pm ET in Arlington. At the age of 34 years and 126 days, Casemiro is now the second-oldest goalscorer for Brazil at the World Cup, behind only Bebeto in 1998 (34y 137d against Denmark). One match down today, two more to go. The next one has just kicked off at Gillette Stadium between Germany and Paraguay. The winner of that one will face France o…

World Cup 2026: Brazil 2-1 Japan - Sky Sports Match report as Brazil beat Japan 2-1 with a comeback win in Houston; Kaishu Sano put Japan ahead at half-time, but Casemiro equalised just after the restart; Gabriel Martinelli came off the bench to net the winner; Brazil will play Norway or Ivory Coast in the last 16 on Sunday Football Journalist@SamBIitz Monday 29 June 2026 23:26, UK Gabriel Martinelli's 95th-minute winner saw Brazil dramatically come from behind to win 2-1 and advance to the World Cup last 16, cruelly denying Japan a first-ever knockout stage victory in the competition. Carlo Ancelotti's side were staring down the barrel of a disastrous early exit when Kaishu Sano scored from the edge of the box in the first half - after he had breezed past Casemiro too easily. But Casemiro made up for that slack defending by equalising after the break. Minutes after failing to convert a sitter, he headed home Gabriel's cross at the far post to the relief of the sizeable Brazil support in Houston. Vinicius Jr almost turned the game on its head as his solo run and finish was palmed onto the post by Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. But Suzuki cruelly could not do enough with Mart…

Brazil vs Japan prediction: Vinicius Junior can be the difference-maker ... Vinicius Junior netted four goals in the group stage (Image credit: Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Pinterest Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter After co-hosts Canada got the knockout phase underway with their last-gasp victory over South Africa on Sunday night, there’s a packed slate of round-of-32 fixtures on Monday. The early kick-off promises to be a doozy, as perennial contenders and five-time World Cup winners Brazil take on a Japan side that impressed during the group stage. The prize for the winners in Houston will be a last-16 tie against either Ivory Coast or Norway . And while Brazil will be favourites to progress, can a plucky Japan side upset the odds? Brazil vs Japan prediction Japan went through the group stage unbeaten (Image credit: Getty Images) Both teams were able to negotiate the group stage unbeaten, with Brazil’s toughest test being a 1-1 draw against 2022 semi-finalists Morocco , while Scotland and Haiti were both swept aside without too much …

Martinelli scores late to help Brazil beat Japan 2-1 at World Cup | AP News Brazil’s Gabriel Martinelli (22) celebrates after scoring his side’s second goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Brazil and Japan in Houston, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) Brazil’s Casemiro (5) celebrates after scoring his side’s first goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Brazil and Japan in Houston, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) Japan’s Kaishu Sano (24) celebrates after scoring the opening goal of his team during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Brazil and Japan in Houston, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki (1) is beaten by a header from Brazil’s Casemiro (5) for their first goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Brazil and Japan in Houston, Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) Japan’s Takehiro Tomiyasu (22) battles for the ball with Brazil’s Endrick (19) during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Brazil and Japan in Houston, on Monday, June 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) HOUSTON (AP) — With Brazil trailing for much of the ga…

Japan vs Brazil: Moriyasu Eyes Historic World Cup Win Sports World News Updated Jun 29, 2026 Japan Manager Hajime Moriyasu Confident of World Cup Upset Against Brazil Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu has expressed confidence that his side can upset Brazil in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. Moriyasu confirmed that midfielder Takefusa Kubo will miss the match due to a left knee injury sustained in Japan's opening group-stage game. He referenced Japan's first-ever victory over Brazil in an international friendly last October as a source of belief. Brazil, meanwhile, maintained their record of topping their World Cup group for a 12th consecutive tournament since 1982. A ANI Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read · 82 views Save Listen Copy FIFA World Cup 2026: Manager Hajime Moriyasu backs Japan to upset Brazil in R32 Houston, June 29 Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu expressed confidence that his side can create history against Brazil as they prepare for their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash, while confirming that midfielder Takefusa Kubo will miss the match due to injury. Japan will take on Brazil in the Round of 32, with a place in the last 16 at stake on June 29 (local tim…

Brazil vs. Japan in 2026 World Cup: How to watch, what to know Brazil's Vinicius Junior has four goals through the first three games of his team's World Cup run entering Monday's round of 32 game against Japan at Reliant Stadium. Rebecca Blackwell/AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell The first FIFA World Cup knockout stage match in Houston might be the best matchup the city sees the entire tournament. On one side is Brazil, the country with the most World Cup trophies and one of the nations most synonymous with beautiful play . On the other is Japan, arguably the best team in Asia and a squad looking to get past the World Cup bump that has impeded the Samurai Blue since they first appeared at the tournament. The styles of the two countries, with the individual brilliance of Brazil’s attackers such as Vinícius Júnior and the dynamic 3-4-2-1 pressing system of Japan, means Monday might feature one of the more ascetically pleasing games of the World Cup’s first few weeks. Advertisement Article continues below this ad Here's what to know: How to watch When: Noon, Sunday Where: Reliant Stadium Television: Fox (English) and Telemundo (Spanish) Streaming: Fox Sports app (authentication required), …

Moriyasu eyes Japan history against perennial winners Brazil Japan manager Hajime Moriyasu speaks during a press conference at Houston Stadium in Houston, Texas, on June 28, 2026. (Kyodo) HOUSTON, Texas (Kyodo) -- Record five-time winners Brazil stand in the way of Japan's first knockout-phase win at the World Cup and manager Hajime Moriyasu was both respectful and confident a day before what could be a monumental game. "Qualifying for the knockout stage is the same as what we achieved in past tournaments," Moriyasu told a press conference on Sunday at Houston Stadium, the venue for the round-of-32 clash. "Our players are saying the World Cup starts right now, and that's a reflection of how far Japanese football has come." Injured Takefusa Kubo has been ruled out of the game against Brazil, guided by revered Italian Carlo Ancelotti, the first manager to win all five top European leagues as well as five Champions League titles and the first foreign manager of the Selecao. Moriyasu thanked Brazil for the huge influence they have had on Japan's rise, having played under Falcao for Japan and seen Zico manage the Samurai Blue at the 2006 World Cup in Germany, two of Brazil's golden mid…

Martinelli scores in 95th minute to send Brazil into World Cup last 16 <p>Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil beat a stubborn Japan 2-1 on Monday to roll into the World Cup last 16.</p> <p>Arsenal winger Martinelli struck in the 95th minute in Houston to break Japanese hearts in the most dramatic fashion.</p> <p>The five-time champions will face either the Ivory Coast or Norway in New Jersey on Sunday after edging a captivating knockout encounter.</p> <p>Japan midfielder Kaishu Sano scored a classy solo goal after 29 minutes following a Brazil mistake to stun the huge numbers of fans decked out in yellow.</p> <p>Carlo Ancelotti’s men hit back 11 minutes after half-time with a header from veteran Casemiro as Brazil dominated the second period.</p> <p>Then up popped Martinelli right at the death to settle it and send the Brazil fans wild.</p> <p>History was against Japan: they had never won a knockout game at the World Cup while Brazil were record five-time champions.</p> <p>But this is not a vintage Brazil side, even with Ancelotti at the helm, while Japan have been talked of as dark horses.</p> <p>With the Brazil fans’ drums providing a constant rhyt…