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Japan stun Brazil 3-2 in Singapore friendly

Japan defeated five-time world champions Brazil 3–2 in an international friendly in Singapore on Saturday, scoring a late winner after the South Americans fought back from two goals down to level the encounter.

Japan stun Brazil 3-2 in Singapore friendly
Image: Punch

Japan defeated five-time world champions Brazil 3–2 in an international friendly in Singapore on Saturday, scoring a late winner after the South Americans fought back from two goals down to level the encounter.

Why it matters

Japan’s win is a significant result for Asian football and a warning to established powers ahead of future tournaments.

Source: Punch. Image: Punch.

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