Brazil HubThe Brazil national team beat Japan 2-1 to advance to the round of 16. The winning goal was scored by forward Gabriel Martinelli.
What happened in the match?
The Brazil national team started the game irregularly, but managed to turn it around in the second half. Ancelotti explained that he thought about putting Neymar in when the Brazilian team was losing 1-0.
Why didn't Neymar play?
Ancelotti said he talked to Ney Jr. and had decided to put the star in for extra time. However, with Martinelli's goal, the game was decided in the 90 minutes.
What's next for Brazil?
The Brazil national team awaits the match between Ivory Coast and Norway to know its next opponent. The Brazilian team returns to the field on Sunday (5), for the round of 16.
| Date | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Ivory Coast or Norway |
