The record world champions trailed at halftime after a goal by Kaishu Sano, who plays for Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga (30th minute). Casemiro equalized with a header in the 56th minute. In stoppage time, substitute Martinelli scored from Bruno Guimaraes’ assist to make it 2-1.
Brazil will face the winner of the match between Norway and Ivory Coast in the round of 16 on July 5. Coach Carlo Ancelotti brought on Endrick for the injured Lucas Paqueta in the second half, which gave the game new momentum.
During the match in Houston, the US federal police FBI investigated a threat circulating online and called on the public to remain vigilant. The sporting action in the arena remained unaffected.
Source: www.zdfheute.de
