The Latest Breaking News from Brazil

Why Isn’t Neymar Playing for Brazil vs. Japan at 2026 World Cup?

Brazil’s legendary No. 10 came off the bench against Scotland last time out.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 29

Brazil vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026 Prediction: Economist who nailed last three World Cup winners makes shocking call

Brazil vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32: An economist's unique model, which accurately predicted the last three World Cup winners, has made a stunning forecast for FIFA World Cup 2026. Joachim Klement's econometric analysis suggests Japan will upset tournament favorites Brazil in the Round of 32. This…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

World Cup 2026: Clarke says ‘right time to step away’ from Scotland job, plus Brazil v Japan buildup – as it happened

Our writers had all the latest news as we looked back at Canada’s win over South Africa and previewed the upcoming last 32 matches

The Guardian - UK · Jun 29

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ancelotti backs fit-again Neymar for bigger role in Brazil's Round of 32 clash

Brazil's star forward Neymar is showing significant recovery, with coach Carlo Ancelotti confirming he can now play for longer periods. The team is preparing for their FIFA Club World Cup Round of 32 clash against Japan with maximum focus, treating it like a final. Ancelotti emphasized the need for mental…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

Brazil vs. Japan—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Brazil has only lost one of 14 meetings with the Samurai Blue previously.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 29

Father figure Carlo Ancelotti will have a plan for Brazil. He always has a plan

For anyone outside the dressing room it is hard to predict what the Mister will do but he will be prepared for Japan on Monday

The Guardian - UK · Jun 28

SFA boss messaged by interested managers hours after Steve Clarke quit as Scotland head coach

Ian Maxwell admitted Steve Clarke had made up his mind about his future after the Brazil defeat

The Independent UK · Jun 28

FIFA World Cup 2026 Today Match Schedule (June 29) Indian Time (IST): Full match list, fixtures, India time (IST) and venues

FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule for 29 June: The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage heats up on June 29 with three crucial Round of 32 matches. Football giants Brazil face Japan, while Germany takes on Paraguay in late-night fixtures. The Netherlands will clash with Morocco in a highly…

The Economic Times · Jun 28

Why Scotland’s World Cup was a disaster

Scotland are out of the 2026 World Cup, having failed to progress from their group with Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. But while nations like Cape Verde, Egypt, DR Congo, Bosnia, Canada, and South Africa have broken new ground, Steve Clarke's team exit having scored one single goal. Adam Clery looks…

The Independent UK · Jun 28

Brazil XI vs Japan: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup today

Selecao to remain without key forward for last-32 showdown in Houston

Evening Standard · Jun 28