Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring in stoppage time

From 05:00 on June 29 to 05:00 on June 30 Beijing time, the World Cup's central result was Brazil's 2-1 comeback win over Japan. Japan scored first and briefly pushed Brazil toward the edge of elimination, but Brazil equalized after halftime before Gabriel Martinelli struck in stoppage time. For Brazil, it was a rescue act from the brink. For Japan, it was a near-upset taken away at the final moment.