In a landmark moment for Japanese football, the national team achieved their first-ever victory against Brazil in a thrilling 3-2 comeback on Tuesday at Tokyo’s Ajinomoto Stadium. The match, played in front of a sold-out crowd, saw Japan overcome a two-goal deficit to secure a historic win in their 14th encounter with the South American giants. Ayase Ueda’s decisive header in the 71st minute sealed the victory, igniting jubilant celebrations among fans. Brazil, the five-time World Cup champions, initially dominated the first half with goals from Paulo Henrique and Gabriel Martinelli, seemingly on track for their 12th win over Japan. However, Japan’s resilience shone through in the second half. Takumi Minamino capitalized on a defensive error by Fabricio Bruno to score in the 52nd minute, followed by Keito Nakamura’s equalizer, which deflected off Bruno just after the hour mark. Despite Brazil’s strong form following their 5-0 victory in South Korea four days prior, Japan’s determination turned the tide. Both teams have already secured their spots in the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This historic win marks a significant milestone for Japanese football as they continue to build momentum ahead of the global tournament.