Cunha consoles Tanaka after Japan's World Cup elimination by Brazil
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
In a World Cup Round of 32 match on June 29, Japan faced Brazil and lost 2-1. Ao Tanaka, who entered the game in the 78th minute, made a critical mistake in stoppage time that allowed Brazil to score the decisive goal. Tanaka was visibly upset following the match, and Brazilian player Matheus Cunha took a moment to console him postgame. This display of sportsmanship occurred amidst Brazil's celebration after advancing in the tournament.
- •Match took place on June 29, 2026.
- •Japan lost to Brazil 2-1 in Round of 32.
- •Tanaka made a pivotal mistake leading to Brazil's winning goal.
- •Cunha offered consolation to Tanaka after the match.
- •Japan is eliminated from the World Cup.
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Brazil's Cunha consoled a devastated Ao Tanaka after his World Cup mistake cost Japan
"Ao Tanaka was inconsolable after his mistake lead to Brazil's game-winning World Cup goal.
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