Gabriel Martinelli scored a stunning 96th-minute goal as Brazil edged past Japan in a thrilling knockout clash, securing their spot in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.
The five-time champions came from behind to seal the R16 berth
Jun 30, 2026
01:09 am
What's the storyBrazil secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Japan.
The match, played in Houston, saw Gabriel Martinelli score a dramatic winner in the dying moments.
World Cup 2026 Brazil beat Japan 2-1 in Houston as Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner to send the five-time…
Brazil advances to the World Cup round of 16 with Martinelli's late goal, stunning Japan 2-1 in a thrilling match.
Brazil secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Japan, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring a late winner to send them into the World Cup…
Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic 96th-minute winner as Brazil mounted a thrilling second-half comeback to defeat Japan 2-1,…
Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner as Brazil beat Japan 2-1 and book their place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA…
After a frustrating first half where Japan's Zion Suzuki remained largely untroubled, Brazil intensified the pressure
