Brazil vs Japan Result: Brazil 2–1 Japan — Round of 16 — World Cup 2026
Quick answer: Brazil 2–1 Japan at NRG Stadium, Houston on June 29, 2026 — Round of 16, Match 76. Scorers: Brazil: Casemiro (56'), Gabriel Martinelli (90+5'). Japan: Kaishu Sano (29').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Brazil 2–1 Japan |
| Stage | Round of 16 |
| Match | #76 (Round of 16) |
| Date | June 29, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 12:00 |
| Venue | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Stage | Round of 16 — Match #76 |
| Goal scorers | Brazil: Casemiro 56', Gabriel Martinelli 90+5'; Japan: Kaishu Sano 29' |
Goal Scorers
- 56'Casemiro
- 90+5'Gabriel Martinelli
- 29'Kaishu Sano
Match Summary
Brazil beat Japan 2-1 at NRG Stadium in Houston. Kaishu Sano gave Japan an early lead before Casemiro equalised; Gabriel Martinelli scored in second-half stoppage time to send the Seleção into the Round of 8.
Player of the match: Gabriel Martinelli.
Key Moments
- Kaishu Sano stunned Brazil with an opener in the 29th minute.
- Casemiro levelled for Brazil in the 56th minute.
- Japan defended bravely as Brazil pressed for a winner.
- Gabriel Martinelli struck in the 90+5th minute to decide the tie.
Bracket Impact
Brazil advance and will face the winner of Match #78 (Ivory Coast vs Norway) in Match #91. Japan are eliminated after a late Brazilian winner.
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What This Means for Brazil & Japan
Brazil advance; Japan are eliminated.
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What's Next in the Knockout Stage
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Brazil | Knockout bracket — Round of 16 |
| Japan | Eliminated |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Brazil vs Japan score at World Cup 2026?
Brazil 2–1 Japan — played at NRG Stadium, Houston on June 29, 2026 (Round of 16, Match #76).
Who won Brazil vs Japan World Cup 2026?
Brazil won 2–1.
Where was Brazil vs Japan played?
NRG Stadium, Houston — kickoff 12:00 local time.
What stage is Brazil vs Japan?
Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup — Match #76.
How does this result affect the knockout bracket?
Brazil advance and will face the winner of Match #78 (Ivory Coast vs Norway) in Match #91. Japan are eliminated after a late Brazilian winner.
Who scored in Brazil vs Japan?
Brazil: Casemiro 56', Gabriel Martinelli 90+5'. Japan: Kaishu Sano 29'.