Martinelli to the rescue as Brazil edge Japan 2-1 in last 32

According to Channel NewsAsia, Brazil advanced from the Round of 32 with a two-to-one victory over Japan today. Gabriel Martinelli proved decisive in the match, rescuing Brazil with crucial scoring as the team weathered a competitive challenge from Japan. The tight scoreline reflects the quality of modern international tournament football, with Japan pushing one of the sport's traditional powerhouses hard before falling short.

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