Japan beats Brazil for the first time
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For the first time in 14 meetings, Japan defeats Brazil 3-2 in their international friendly at a sold-out Tokyo Stadium.
Get live score and updates for International Friendly between Japan and Brazil on Tuesday, 14 October at Ajinomoto Stadium
Japan fought back from 0-2 down to defeat five-time world champions Brazil for the first time in 14 attempts in Tokyo on Tuesday, thanks to goals from Takumi Minamino, Keito Nakamura and Ayase Ueda.
Brazil surrendered a two-goal lead as they suffered a humiliating 3-2 friendly defeat to Japan in a complete second-half capitulation in Tokyo on Tuesday. Carlo Ancelotti's side had looked very comfortable at the break courtesy of fine strikes from Paulo Henrique and Gabriel Martinelli,
Expert recap and game analysis of the Japan vs. Brazil International Friendly game from October 14, 2025 on ESPN.