Gabriel Martinelli delivered a moment of pure drama in the 95th minute to hand Brazil a crucial 2-1 victory over Japan at the FIFA World Cup, sending the South American giants through to the last 16.

Brazil had fallen behind and were staring at a damaging result before Martinelli's late intervention turned the tie on its head. The comeback win secures Brazil's place in the knockout rounds, where they will face either Norway or Ivory Coast.

The victory underlines Brazil's resilience — a quality that will be tested further as the tournament enters its decisive phase. Coming from behind against Japan was no small feat, and Martinelli's clinical finish in deep stoppage time will be remembered as the goal that kept their World Cup alive.

Brazil's next opponents, Norway or Ivory Coast, will now be watching closely after this result. Ivory Coast, of course, represent a significant threat from the African continent and will be determined to go deep into this tournament.