Brazil vs Japan live: Selecao take on World Cup dark horses Samurai Blue for place in last 16

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Brazil faces Japan in the World Cup knockout stage for a place in the last 16. Brazil seeks a sixth title, while Japan is considered a dark horse; the match includes heightened anticipation following a recent friendly where Japan defeated Brazil 3-2.

Brazil's quest for a sixth World Cup title enters the knockouts on Monday as they face Japan in Houston for a place in the last 16. Carlo Ancelotti’s men are favourites but mindful of the threat posed by tournament dark horses Japan, having lost 3-2 when the teams last met in a friendly. Follow our live, minute-by-minute match commentary.