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Brazil faces Japan on Monday in the 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 at Houston Stadium. The match kicks off at 12pm local time.
japantimes.co.jpBrazil plays Japan in the round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday at Houston Stadium. The five-time world champions reached the knockout stage after finishing first in Group C. They recorded a 1-1 draw with Morocco, followed by 3-0 wins over Haiti and Scotland.
Jr scored four of Brazil's seven group-stage goals, while Matheus Cunha added three. Bruno Guimaraes recorded three assists. "We need a lot of things: A strong mind, a strong heart, a clear mind," he told reporters.
Japan advanced from Group F after a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands, a 4-0 win over Tunisia, and a 1-1 draw with Sweden. Ayase Ueda and Daichi Kamada each scored two goals. Coach Hajime Moriyasu said the squad remains united. "All the players will do what they can for the team and contribute," he stated.
Raphinha is sidelined for Brazil with a hamstring injury. Neymar is available after returning from a calf issue. Takefusa Kubo is out for Japan with a knee sprain. The winner will face either Norway or the Ivory Coast in the round of 16. The match airs on FOX and Telemundo in the United States.
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The New York TimesGermany lost to Paraguay 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw and extra time. Paraguay advanced to the Round of 16 for the first time in its history.
abcnews.go.comMalik Beasley and Ed Davis face federal charges along with four others in a scheme that allegedly involved stat manipulation and betting on Beasley's performance. The indictment was returned June 29, 2026.
Norway meets Ivory Coast on Tuesday in the round of 32 at Dallas Stadium. Norway enters as favorites after finishing second in its group behind France. Ivory Coast also placed second in its group, behind Germany.