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Brazil reach FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16

June 29, 2026 / 11:52 PM
Brazil reach FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16
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Sharjah24: Five-time world champions Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in dramatic fashion on Monday in Houston, securing a hard-fought place in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

Despite falling behind to a goal from Kaishu Sano in the 29th minute, Carlo Ancelotti's side fought back through Casemiro, who equalised in the 56th minute, before substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored the winner in stoppage time (90+5).

Round of 16 clash awaits

Brazil will face the winner of Tuesday's match between Norway and Côte d'Ivoire in Dallas in the Round of 16.

June 29, 2026 / 11:52 PM

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