Brazil rally past Japan to reach World Cup last-16
Canada make history with maiden World Cup last-16 qualification
HOUSTON: (Web Desk) – Brazil produced a spirited comeback to defeat Japan 2-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash, securing a place in the Round of 16.
Japan shocked the four-time world champions by taking the lead in the 29th minute through Sano, carrying a 1-0 advantage into the halftime break.
Brazil responded impressively in the second half as Casemiro equalised before Gabriel Martinelli struck the winning goal just one minute from full-time to complete a dramatic turnaround.
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The victory sends Brazil into the pre-quarterfinals, where they will continue their quest for another World Cup title.
In another Round of 32 fixture, co-host Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 to qualify for the Round of 16 for the first time in FIFA World Cup history.
Meanwhile, the remaining Round of 32 matches feature Germany taking on Paraguay and the Netherlands facing Morocco.
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