Japan makes a spectacular comeback against Brazil

TPO - The Japanese team defeated Brazil 3-2 in an international friendly match. This was the first victory of the "Samurai Blue" against this opponent after 14 confrontations.

Ueda scored the winning goal.

The home advantage and the enthusiastic support of the home crowd helped the Japanese team start the match with great energy. The "Blue Samurai" were ready to play an attacking game against Brazil in the early stages. However, defensive lapses cost Japan dearly in the first half. In the 26th minute, Bruno Guimaraes exchanged passes with Paqueta, then played a delicate through ball for Paulo Henrique to penetrate the penalty area and flick the ball into the far corner, beating goalkeeper Zion Suzuki.

Coach Ancelotti's team played with increasing confidence and doubled their lead just 6 minutes later. Martinelli broke the offside trap, surged forward to receive a delicate pass from Paqueta, and finished into the far corner, leaving goalkeeper Suzuki rooted to the spot. Japan had two excellent chances, but Minamino and Ueda unfortunately missed them. The first half ended with a 2-0 lead for the Samba dancers.

Japan surged strongly in the second half and unexpectedly scored a goal to reduce the deficit from a mistake by the Brazilian defender. In the 52nd minute, seizing the opportunity from a careless cross by the Brazilian defender, Minamino unleashed a powerful shot into the top corner, beating goalkeeper Souza. The second half was completely dominated by the home team; Coach Moriyasu's side had less possession than Brazil but had more than twice as many shots and created numerous dangerous opportunities.

In the 64th minute, winger Keito Nakamura rushed in to tap the ball into the net from an assist by Junya Ito. Seven minutes later, Ayase Ueda scored with a powerful header, again assisted by Junya Ito. Brazil pressed forward but were completely helpless against Japan's defensive efforts and ultimately lost 2-3.

This spectacular victory helped Japan end a three-match winless streak. This was the first time they had beaten Brazil in 14 previous encounters.

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