Brazil breaks Japan's fortress; Paraguay scores a stunning victory over Germany

 

 

Brazil defeated Japan in the FIFA World Cup pre-quarterfinals. Brazil's comeback came after being one goal behind. Brazil was seen attacking from the first minute of the match in Houston. However, Japan's Kaishu Sanu, who took advantage of the opportunity from the attack, scored the Canaries' goal in the 29th minute.

Vinicius and Cunha tried hard to get a goal back in the first half, but to no avail. The Samurai had the lead on the scoreboard at the end of the first half. In the second half, Lucas Paqueta was withdrawn from the midfield and forward Endrik was brought on. Once again, the Canaries' savior appeared. Casemiro scored a header in the 56th minute. The Samurai were tied.

Brazil then continued to attack but failed to break Japan's net. It looked like the match would go to extra time. Gabriel Martinelli scored the winning goal after a pass from midfielder Bruno Guimaraes. Despite the loss, Japan returned with their heads held high.

Paraguay upset Germany in the World Cup and reached the pre-quarterfinals. Paraguay defeated the former champions four goals to three in a penalty shootout. Both teams scored one goal each in regulation time. Then, when there was no goal in extra time, the match went to the first penalty shootout of the tournament. Both teams scored three goals each from the first five kicks. Then, Jose Canale's kick gave Paraguay the victory.