Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:10pm on 29 Jun 2026,Monday Sports
Brazil booked their place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Japan, thanks to Gabriel Martinelli's stoppage-time winner in Houston. Japan took the lead through Kaishu Sano in the first half before Casemiro headed Brazil level after the break. With extra time looming, Martinelli struck in the 96th minute, finishing calmly after a move involving Danilo, Endrick and Bruno Guimaraes. The late goal sealed Brazil's comeback and ended Japan's spirited campaign. Brazil will now face either Norway or Ivory Coast in the Round of 16.
