Brazil vs Japan, FIFA World Cup Round of 32: Selecao beat Samurai Blue 2-1 to reach Round of 16

BRAZIL · WORLD CUP Key Facts —World Cup 2026 Brazil: Brazil meet Japan at Houston Stadium in a round-of-thirty-two tie on Monday. —Group winners: Brazil

Brazil has only lost one of 14 meetings with the Samurai Blue previously.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 pits South American giants Brazil against Asian heavyweights Japan in Houston.

In the Round of 32, Brazil, led by Vinicius Jr., takes on Japan, known for their strong teamwork. | Football News

Follow live as five-time winners Brazil begin the knockout stage with a tricky task against Japan in Houston.

Japan stunned Brazil during the most recent meeting between the sides last October.

Follow updates as Brazil face Japan in the last 32, as we bring you the build-up, analysis and text commentary.

Brazil vs Japan LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026: Follow Live score and updates of the Round of 32 match between Brazil and Japan in Houston. | Football News

The Hindu's Brazil vs Japan match coverage, LIVE scores of the Round of 32 match on June 29, 2026

Brazil's quest for a sixth World Cup title enters the knockouts on Monday as they face Japan in Houston for a place in the last 16. Carlo Ancelotti’s men are favourites but…

Japan leads Brazil 1-0 in the World Cup match. Japan to finish in another position at 50% YES.

Brazil booked its spot in the last 16 of the World Cup on Monday after a dramatic fight against Japan, with a last-minute goal of Gabriel Martinelli...

Brazil is through to the Round of 16 after a last-minute goal broke Japanese hearts in Houston.

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Gabriel Martinelli's dramatic 95th-minute strike secured Brazil a thrilling 2-1 victory over Japan, propelling them into the World Cup last 16. After falling behind to Kaishu…

Brazil defeats Japan 2-1 to advance in the 2026 World Cup knockout stages. Brazil to win on June 29 at 99.9% YES.

Brazil advances to World Cup last 16 after comeback win over Japan. Brazil victory on June 29 at 99.9% YES.

BRAZIL 2-1 JAPAN: The Selecao needed last-gasp Gabriel Martinelli strike to see off their opponents in Houston and reach the last 16 of the World Cup - just

Brazil advances to the World Cup round of 16 with Martinelli's late goal, stunning Japan 2-1 in a thrilling match.

Martinelli's stoppage-time goal in Houston takes the five-time champions to the Round of 16, breaking Japanese hearts.