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Brazil vs Japan Result & Match Review

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World Cup · World · Round of 32
FT
BrazilBrazil
2-1
JapanJapan
Mon 29 Jun · 17:00📍 NRG StadiumRef · Maurizio Mariani, Italy
AI After-Match ReportPowered by BetLogic AIPost-match editorial report · Final reportBrazil Edges Japan 2-1 in World Cup Round of 32 at Neutral Venue
Match result

Brazil 2-1 Japan (FT).

In a tightly contested World Cup Round of 32 match at the neutral NRG Stadium, Brazil secured a 2-1 victory over Japan, overturning an early deficit to advance.

By BetLogic AI · Reviewed by BetLogic EditorialPublished after full-time: 01 Jul 2026, 04:16 UTC

What happened

Japan took the lead in the 29th minute through K. Sano, but Brazil responded with Casemiro’s goal in the 56th minute to level the score. The match was decided in stoppage time when G. Martinelli scored the winning goal for Brazil. The game included five yellow cards, indicating a physical contest.

Key turning points

Japan’s early goal at 29 minutes set the tone, but Brazil’s equalizer by Casemiro at 56 minutes shifted momentum. The decisive moment came at 90 minutes when Martinelli scored the winner, sealing Brazil’s progression.

Stats that mattered

Brazil’s expected goals (xG) were significantly higher at 1.69 compared to Japan’s 0.23. Brazil dominated possession with 69% and outshot Japan 19 to 5, including 7 shots on target versus Japan’s 2. Brazil also had more corners (6 to 2), reflecting their attacking dominance.

What this means next

Brazil advances to the next round of the World Cup knockout stage, while Japan is eliminated from the tournament.

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Brazil 2-1 Japan (FT).
What happened?
In a tightly contested World Cup Round of 32 match at the neutral NRG Stadium, Brazil secured a 2-1 victory over Japan, overturning an early deficit to advance.
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