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Brazil overcame a first‑half setback against Japan in Houston after Carlo Ancelotti’s halftime switch to a 4-2-4 and the introduction of Endrick, with Vinicius Jr. and Martinelli stretching the Japanese defense; Casemiro equalised and Martinelli scored a stoppage‑time winner to seal a 2-1 victory and a place in the last 16, where they’ll face Norway or Ivory Coast.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti named Neymar in a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, marking Neymar's fourth tournament and his return after injuries; the 34-year-old, who plays for Santos, is joined by stars such as Alisson, Casemiro, Vinicius Junior, Raphinha and Endrick, while Joao Pedro misses out as Brazil prepare for Group C games against Morocco, Haiti and Scotland in the expanded tournament.
Real Madrid secured a 3-0 victory over Leganes, with standout performances from Kylian Mbappe, who played effectively on the left flank, and Fede Valverde, who impressed at right-back. Coach Carlo Ancelotti praised the team's solid performance and highlighted the contributions of players like Arda Guler and Dani Ceballos. Ancelotti also discussed tactical decisions, including Valverde's versatility and Mendy's absence, emphasizing the team's current focus and compactness.