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World Cup 2026: Brazil down Japan with last-gasp Martinelli goal to reach last 16

Gabriel Martinelli Brazil Casemiro Casemiro Zion Suzuki World Cup Rayan Guimaraes Gabriel Magalhaes’ Kaishu Sano Vinicius
Gabriel Martinelli scores the winner in injury time.
Gabriel Martinelli scores the winner in injury time at the Houston Stadium. Getty Images via AFP - LARS BARON

Substitute Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil fought back from a goal down to defeat Japan 2-1 in a thrilling round-of-32 tie on Monday and continue their quest for a sixth World Cup title. Japan, who opened the score after 29 minutes, exit the tournament having once again failed to clinch a maiden win in a World Cup knockout game.

Super sub Gabriel Martinelli scored deep in injury time as Brazil beat a stubborn Japan 2-1 on Monday to roll into the World Cup last 16.

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