Brazil secures 2-1 victory over Japan in knockout round
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 on June 29 at the knockout stage of the tournament. Carlo Ancelotti expressed confidence in his team's performance, as they recovered from a slow start to secure the win. Hajime Moriyasu, the Japan coach, acknowledged the need for improvement following the match. The game highlighted Brazil's progress, with Ancelotti stating it was their 'most complete game'.
- •Brazil won 2-1 against Japan on June 29
- •Ancelotti praised team's progress and structure
- •Japan's performance fell short, needing improvement
- •Match highlighted Brazil's resilience and confidence
- 9:40 PMThe Guardian Sport — ‘The right path’: Carlo Ancelotti keeps cool after Brazil survive Japan scare in last 32
"Ancelotti says late win was Brazil’s ‘most complete game’ Hajime Moriyasu says Japan ‘have to improve’ Carlo Ancelotti was characteristically calm after Brazil’s 2-1 victory over Japan on Monday, insisting he had never doubted his team would get back into the game and warning they are getting better and better. “At half-time I told the players to be patient because sooner or later we would score,” he said. “What was important was to keep our structure. We know we’re going down the right path and we have to continue on this path.” Continue reading...
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