Mets de Guaynabo 96:111 Gigantes de Carolina 
The Sharks 90:65 Arturo Prat San Felipe 
Ilagan Isabela Cowboys 66:75 Pasay Voyagers 
Paranaque Patriots 91:127 Batang Kankaloo 
Latvia U20 59:84 Serbia U20 
Quezon City 61:74 Cebu Greats 
Turkey U20 84:56 Romania U20 
Iran 72:68 Syria 
Qatar 80:86 Saudi Arabia 
Iraq 59:108 Jordan 
Lebanon 99:56 India 
The 2026 World Cup matchup between Brazil and Japan was a nail-biter. For most of the game, neither team could find the back of the net. But in the final moments, Brazil’s Gabriel Martinelli struck gold.
Tense Battle from Start to Finish
Both sides played hard, but chances were rare. Japan’s defense held strong, and Brazil struggled to break through. The game looked like it might go to extra time.
Fans were on the edge of their seats as the clock ticked down. Brazil needed a hero.
Martinelli’s Dramatic Winner
In the 96th minute, Martinelli got the ball near the box. He took a shot that sailed past the Japanese goalkeeper and into the net. The stadium erupted.
That goal sealed a 1-0 win for Brazil. It knocked Japan out of the tournament and sent Brazil into the round of 16.
What’s Next for Brazil
Brazil now moves on to face a new opponent in the knockout stage. With players like Martinelli stepping up, the team looks dangerous. Fans are already dreaming of another World Cup title.