The Brazil national team beat Japan 2‑0 on the night of 06/29/2026, securing a spot in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Now, Brazil awaits the winner of the Ivory Coast vs Norway match to set its next opponent.

Who won and what changed?

The victory over Japan, with goals from Neymar and Vinícius Júnior, boosted confidence for the side led by Luiz Felipe Scolari. The 2‑0 score arrived before the end of the first half, allowing the coach to rest key players for the next round. The win also lifted Brazil to the top of Group H, opening the door for a clash against a second‑placed team from another group.

Why does the next duel matter?

The match between Ivory Coast (2nd in Group E) and Norway (2nd in Group I) will decide whether Brazil faces an African or a European side in the round of 16. Historically, Brazil performs well against African teams, but Norway brings a physical style that could test the Brazilian defense. The game is scheduled for 07/05/2026, 17:00 Brasília time, in New Jersey/New York, with live broadcast on the main national channels.

How does Brazil's schedule look?

If it advances, Brazil will play the quarter‑finals on 07/11/2026, 18:00, in Miami. The semifinal is set for 07/15/2026, 16:00, in Atlanta, and the third‑place match will be on 07/18/2026, 16:00, also in Miami. The final, should the team reach it, will take place on 07/19/2026, 16:00, in New York/New Jersey. The last result for Brazil was Brazil 1‑2 Norway (2026-07-05), highlighting the need for defensive tweaks.

What is the team's recent form?

In the last five games, the Brazil side records 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss (LWWWD, most recent first), showing offensive consistency but also vulnerability in key moments. The next away fixture is against Australia, slated for 09/25/2026, in Sydney, providing another test before the decisive phase of the World Cup.

Where to watch and follow?

The match will be broadcast live by Globo, Sportv, GETV, SBT, Nsports and CazéTV. For those who prefer real‑time updates, the ge.globo portal offers minute‑by‑minute coverage, detailed stats and exclusive replays. Don’t miss Brazil in action as it chases the coveted sixth world title.