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Ancelotti explains Neymar snub in Brazil win

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has revealed exactly why Neymar remained an unused substitute during the Selecao's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Japan. Despite the Santos superstar warming up in front of a captivated Houston crowd, he was sent back to the bench as the game reached its climax.

Brazil v Japan: Round Of 32 - FIFA World Cup 2026

Martinelli lost for words after decisive Brazil goal

Gabriel Martinelli was left speechless after his dramatic stoppage-time strike completed a tense comeback for Brazil against Japan. The Arsenal forward kept his cool in the dying embers of the game to ensure the Selecao avoided a monumental World Cup upset in Texas.

USA v Australia: Group D - FIFA World Cup 2026

'Show the whole world' - Freeman on Poch's belief, chasing history

EXCLUSIVE: GOAL sat down with the 21-year-old rising star to discuss his big moment, how he got there, and the responsibility he feels to chase more

Sano: Brazil loss proves Japan 'not good enough'

Japan midfielder Kaishu Sano has delivered a sobering assessment of the Samurai Blue's World Cup exit, insisting that performing well is no substitute for winning after a dramatic knockout defeat to Brazil. Despite a valiant effort that saw them push the South American giants to the limit, the 2026 World Cup journey ended in heartbreak for Hajime Moriyasu's side.

World Cup Mountain Time (MT) Schedule

An all-you-need-to-know guide on how to watch every World Cup game broadcast live in the Mountain Time Zone

Mbappe 'on a mission' for France, says Deschamps

France head coach Didier Deschamps has launched a passionate defence of Kylian Mbappe, insisting the forward is currently on a single-minded mission to lead Les Bleus to further glory. The Real Madrid star has been the focal point of the French national team as they prepare for the high-stakes knockout rounds of the World Cup.