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Brazil battles to win against Japan in World Cup matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:08 AM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Brazil battles to win against Japan in World Cup matchup

Summary

Brazil, coached by Carlo Ancelotti, played Japan in a knockout round during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After trailing 1-0, Brazil secured a 2-1 victory with goals from Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli. Despite earlier struggles, the team topped their group undefeated but showed inconsistencies in their performance. Ancelotti's approach emphasizes pragmatism and adapting during matches. Brazil seeks to improve as they progress in the tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Brazil faced Japan in a last-32 knockout match.
•The match ended with Brazil winning 2-1.
•Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli scored to turn the game around.
•Brazil previously drew with Morocco in their opening match.
•Their group stage performance saw them finish undefeated.

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9:08 AMYahoo Sports — How Carlo Ancelotti Is Teaching Brazil To Win Ugly

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Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil are still flawed, but his calm pragmatism may be teaching the five-time World Cup winners how to survive and win ugly.
— Yahoo Sports

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