World Cup 2026: Martinelli's Stoppage-Time Winner Sinks Japan
Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in Houston, with Gabriel Martinelli's last-gasp strike settling a tense World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash.
By Marcus Reed3 min read
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Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in Houston, with Gabriel Martinelli's last-gasp strike settling a tense World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash.
Daizen Maeda and Anthony Elanga traded second-half goals in Arlington as Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 to both reach the World Cup 2026 round of 32.
Japan dismantled Tunisia 4-0 in Group F at the Estadio BBVA, with Ayase Ueda scoring twice as the Samurai Blue confirmed a place in the Round of 32.
Twice behind in Arlington, Japan refused to fold and Daichi Kamada's late strike sealed a thrilling 2-2 World Cup 2026 draw with the Netherlands.