Houston/IBNS, June 30 -- Brazil survived a major scare to defeat Japan 2-1, while Paraguay produced one of the biggest upsets of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by knocking out four-time champions Germany on penalties as two more teams booked their places in the Round of 16.

Japan stunned the five-time champions in the 29th minute when Kaishu Sano capitalised on a defensive error to give the Asian side the lead.

Casemiro scored the equaliser for Brazil. Photo: FIFA World Cup/X

Brazil, however, responded strongly after the break, with veteran midfielder Casemiro heading home the equaliser in the 56th minute.

Brazil will now face the winner of the Ivory Coast vs Norway tie in the Round of 16.

Gabriel Martinelli scored the winning goal for Braz...