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Japan Beats Brazil for First Time in Chaotic Comeback Win
Japan overcame a 2-0 halftime deficit by exploiting Brazilian defensive mistakes to win 3-2, marking their first victory in 14 matches against Brazil.
- On Tuesday, Japan staged a second-half comeback to beat five-times world champions Brazil 3-2 in a friendly at a sold-out Tokyo Stadium, securing their first-ever win over Brazil in 14 meetings.
- Brazil dominated the first half, leading 2-0 at half-time through Paulo Henrique and Gabriel Martinelli, but the Brazil national football team collapsed after the break, allowing Japan to capitalise on errors.
- A costly misplay by Bruno and further mistakes opened the door for Japan's second-half revival, with Takumi Minamino, Keito Nakamura and Ayase Ueda scoring 3 goals to complete the comeback.
- Japan extended a 21-game unbeaten home run, energizing home fans as Ajinomoto Stadium rocked and the hosts surged in the second half.
- Brazil face selection headaches after defensive errors raised concerns for World Cup places, as Brazil captain Casemiro warned `It's just unacceptable and we must learn from it because the World Cup is just a few months ahead of us.
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