Who will Brazil face in the round of 16 in the 2026 World Cup after defeating Japan? Here are the potential opponents.

Brazil take on dark horses Japan in the World Cup round of 32 at NRG Stadium in Houston today. Brazil topped their group to reach the knockout stage, while Japan finished as runners-up in Group F. The winners of today’s game will face either Ivory Coast or Norway in New York for a place in the quarter-finals.

Paquetá has been a regular starter in Carlo Ancelotti's midfield alongside Casemiro and Bruno Guimarães.

HOUSTON (AP) — Gabriel Martinelli scored late injury time to give Brazil a 2-1 win over Japan in the round of 32 at the World Cup on Monday. Martinelli's winning goal came in the sixth minute of injury time.

Ståle Solbakken’s side have surpassed previous golden generation as they prepare to meet team they beat in 1998

Brazil is coming back to New Jersey for a second time during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but it will cost a pretty penny for fans to watch the iconic national team play in person. The five-time world champions will play at MetLife Stadium on Sunday in a Round of 16 game against the winner of Tuesday’s game between Ivory Coast and Norway.

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Well that was a bit scare for Brazil, wasn't it? Many were touting their round of 32 tie against Japan as a potential upset, and those people were feeling rathe