Result

Brazil survived a huge scare to beat Japan 2-1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 in Houston on 29 June 2026, Gabriel Martinelli's stoppage-time winner sparing their blushes.

Goals

Kaishu Sano 29' (Japan); Casemiro 56', Gabriel Martinelli 90'+6' (Brazil).

Match report

Kaishu Sano's first-half strike had Japan dreaming of a famous upset, but Casemiro's header hauled Brazil level just before the hour. The Selecao pressed and pressed, and Gabriel Martinelli finally settled it deep into stoppage time, curling home after being played in by Bruno Guimaraes to send Brazil into the round of 16. Watch the full Brazil vs Japan highlights and all three goals above.

People also ask

Who scored in Brazil vs Japan?

Kaishu Sano for Japan; Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli for Brazil.

What was the final score of Brazil vs Japan?

Brazil won 2-1.

When did Brazil win it?

Gabriel Martinelli struck deep in stoppage time to win a round-of-32 tie Brazil almost lost.