Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti confirms Japan is playing mind games. He won’t rise to the bait ahead of the Round of 32 clash.
Captain Marquinhos calls the knockout opener a "whole new competition". The latest team sheets reveal Brazil’s XI while media reports confirm the exact starting line‑up.
Analysts discuss whether rank outsiders can pull off a stunner. Studies highlight mixed opinions on who might come out on top. Meanwhile, broadcasters have locked in coverage plans with later slots confirmed and kick‑off times locked in. Football fans from Europe to Asia can catch every moment as the drama unfolds.