What happened?
The Brazil national team beat Japan 2-1 in extra time and advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals. The winning goal was scored by Gabriel Martinelli, who received a precise pass from Bruno Guimarães.
How was the game?
The game was played in Houston, USA, and the Brazilian team faced an organized opponent. The Brazilian team had to be patient to break through the Japanese defense and suffered until the last minute to confirm the victory.
What did Martinelli say?
— I don't have words to describe the joy in my heart with the Brazilian people happy with the classification — said Martinelli.
Next challenge
The Brazilian team now faces a new challenge in the World Cup quarterfinals. The Brazilian team is seeking its fourth title and needs to continue to show its strength and determination.
| Date | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 1994 | USA | 1-0 |
| 2026 | Japan | 2-1 |
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