Gabriel Martinelli's Late Goal Secures Brazil's Win vs Japan
July 1, 2026 · Nerea Gómez
Gabriel Martinelli scored a last-minute winner for Brazil in their World Cup match against Japan, securing a 2-1 victory and continuing Brazil's quest for a sixth title.
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Brazil's quest for a sixth World Cup title remains alive after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Japan in Houston. In a match filled with tension, Japan took the lead before halftime with a composed finish from Mainz's Kaishu Sano, stunning the Brazilian side and their fans. Brazil, however, responded in the second half with Casemiro equalizing through a well-placed header. The decisive moment came when Gabriel Martinelli, brought on as a substitute, latched onto Bruno Guimarães' pass and expertly curled the ball past Japan's goalkeeper Zion Suzuki in the 95th minute. Martinelli's late heroics ensure Brazil's progression in the tournament, highlighting his growing influence on the international stage.
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