Brazil came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 in an exciting FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash. Japan took a surprise first-half lead through Kaishu Sano before Brazil responded strongly after the break. Casemiro equalized with a powerful header in the 56th minute, and Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner in the 95th minute to send the five-time world champions into the Round of 16. Brazil will now face Norway in the next stage of the tournament.