Brazil vs. Japan 1-1 Draw: Casemiro’s Late Strike Forces Dramatic World Cup 2026 Opener
Brazil and Japan ended their World Cup 2026 opener in a 1-1 draw after a late equalizer from Casemiro in stoppage time, handing both teams a tense introduction to the expanded 48-team tournament. The result leaves Group A in flux as both sides prepare for their next fixtures, with Brazil facing Canada and Japan set to meet Belgium in their next matches.
What Happened: A Recap of the 1-1 Draw

The match at Stadium 974 in Doha, played under clear skies with temperatures reaching 38°C (100°F), saw Japan take the lead in the 27th minute through a well-worked goal from