Ancelotti guides Brazil to World Cup last 16 with late comeback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 4:19 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Carlo Ancelotti led Brazil to a dramatic 2-1 victory over Japan, securing a spot in the World Cup last 16. After trailing 1-0 at halftime, Brazil equalized through Casemiro before Gabriel Martinelli scored the winning goal in stoppage time. The team, aiming for their sixth World Cup title, will face either Norway or the Ivory Coast next. Despite the win, defender Gabriel mentioned that the team needs improvement moving forward, as they look to ease doubts about their performance in the tournament.
- •Brazil came back to defeat Japan 2-1 in the World Cup.
- •Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli scored to secure the victory.
- •The team will face Norway or the Ivory Coast in the next round.
- •Defender Gabriel highlighted the need for improvement.
- •Ancelotti is praised for his tactical decisions ahead of upcoming matches.
- 4:19 PMYahoo Sports — Ancelotti shows Brazil his worth at World Cup but concerns remain
"Carlo Ancelotti kept his trademark cool to guide Brazil into the World Cup last 16 but defender Gabriel admits there is room for improvement as they attempt to defy the sceptics.A side attempting to win Brazil's sixth World Cup -- and first since 2002 -- face Norway or the Ivory Coast next.
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