Last-Minute Defeat in Singapore
Brazil lost 3 to 2 against Japan on Saturday, November 14, in an international friendly played in Singapore, as reported by Agência Brasil.
The result marks the second victory for the Japanese national team against the Brazilian squad in just over a year. Japan previously secured a 3 to 2 win in an October 2025 friendly, having never defeated Brazil’s main team prior to that stretch.
Japan Builds Early Lead Before Vini Jr Scores
Japan started the match strongly, building a 2-0 lead in under 20 minutes through goals from Takefusa Kubo and Keito Nakamura. Vini Jr narrowed the deficit before halftime with a powerful strike from outside the penalty area.
Endrick nearly put the South Americans ahead shortly after, but his shot struck the crossbar of the Japanese goal.
Sakamoto Secures Victory Amid Brazilian Protests and Red Cards
In the 46th minute of the second half, Japan secured the victory when a deflected ball fell to Ryoya Sakamoto inside the area. Sakamoto chipped the ball over goalkeeper Pedro Morisco to seal the 3 to 2 scoreline.
Brazilian players protested heavily, arguing that a foul was committed against João Gomes in the buildup to the play. The protests led to red cards for Raphinha and head coach Carlo Ancelotti after they left the bench and entered the pitch, while the referee upheld the goal.
Final Fixture of the Year
Brazil plays its final match of the calendar year on Tuesday, November 17, facing the national team of Singapore at 7 a.m. Brasília time.
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