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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

Cunha consoles Tanaka after Japan's World Cup elimination by Brazil

Summary

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.

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By the Numbers

•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.

Latest Updates

3:16 AMYahoo Sports — Matheus Cunha consoles Japan star after Brazil's dramatic late World Cup win
8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Brazil's Cunha consoled a devastated Ao Tanaka after his World Cup mistake cost Japan

What they're saying

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Japan were knocked out of the FIFA World Cup by Brazil, with Ao Tanaka's costly turnover leading to a late Gabriel Martinelli winner before Matheus Cunha consoled the heartbroken Japan midfielder
— Yahoo Sports