Tunisia U20 W 21:32 Croatia U20 W 
Algeria U20 W 30:26 USA U20 W 
Egypt U20 W 40:17 Paraguay U20 W 
Brazil U20 W 26:24 Turkey U20 W 
Argentina U20 W 30:9 Canada U20 W 
Faroe Islands U20 W 30:23 Chinese Taipei U20 W 
Iceland U20 W 31:20 Guinea U20 W 
Angola U20 W 33:14 India U20 W 
Denmark U20 W 40:18 Czech Republic U20 W 
Germany U20 W 40:22 South Korea U20 W 
Poland U20 W 23:29 Norway U20 W 
Japan U20 W 25:32 Hungary U20 W 
Montenegro U20 W 31:25 China U20 W 
Spain U20 W 32:25 Romania U20 W 
France U20 W 29:23 Austria U20 W 
Serbia U20 W 24:23 Sweden U20 W 
Brazil pulled off a heart-stopping 2-1 victory over Japan in the World Cup group stage, thanks to a last-gasp header from Gabriel Martinelli in the 95th minute. The win ensured Brazil’s spot in the knockout round, where they will face either Norway or Ivory Coast.
Japan Strikes First, but Brazil Fights Back
Japan surprised everyone by taking the lead early in the second half. A quick counter-attack caught the Brazilian defense off guard, and a precise shot from just outside the box found the back of the net.
- Japan’s goal came in the 52nd minute, silencing the Brazilian fans.
- Brazil responded with relentless pressure, creating several chances but failing to equalize until late in the match.
Martinelli Turns the Game Around
With time running out, Brazil finally broke through in the 83rd minute. A well-worked corner kick was headed home by a Brazilian defender to level the score at 1-1.
- The equalizer gave Brazil new life, pushing them forward in search of a winner.
- Deep into stoppage time, a cross from the right wing found Martinelli unmarked at the far post.
- He rose above the Japanese defenders to power a header into the net, sparking wild celebrations.
What’s Next for Brazil
With this victory, Brazil secures top spot in their group and advances to the round of 16. They will now prepare to face either Norway or Ivory Coast in the next stage. Fans are already buzzing about the team’s fighting spirit and never-say-die attitude.