Brazil forward Matheus Cunha has defended his country's footballing history after responding to comments made by Japan striker Kento Shiogai following Brazil's 2-1 victory at the FIFA World Cup. Brazil came from behind to win the Round of 32 tie, securing a place in the last 16.
Before the match, Shiogai questioned Brazil's standing in world football, saying the five-time world champions were 'no longer strong' and suggesting teams such as France and Argentina had become the leading international sides. He also said Neymar was no longer the player he once was.
