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Brazil trails Japan in World Cup knockout match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 5:49 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Brazil trails Japan in World Cup knockout match

Summary

Brazil is currently facing Japan in the round of 32 of the World Cup. The match saw Japan take the lead after a goal from Kaishu Sano, who capitalized on a misplaced pass from Danilo. This is a historic moment as it marks the first time Brazil has conceded a goal in a knockout match to a team not from Europe or South America. The match is still in progress as Brazil attempts to respond to this unexpected deficit.

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Key Details

•Match taking place in round of 32 of World Cup
•Japan leads with a goal from Kaishu Sano
•Brazil conceded a knockout goal to a non-European/South American team
•Danilo's error led to Japan's goal
•Match status remains ongoing

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The Blue Samurai from Japan were already being tipped by some experts as dark horses before the tournament. In fact, Japan could already pull off a World Cup upset in the round of 32. Even Brazil lege...
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