Japan vs Brazil late goal
Japan vs Brazil late goal

Japan vs Brazil late goal

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In a dramatic Olympic women's football match, Japan stunned Brazil with a late 2-1 victory at Parc des Princes, scoring two goals in stoppage time. Brazil initially took the lead through Jheniffer, assisted by Marta, but Japan equalized with a penalty from Saki Kumagai following a handball by Yasmim. The match concluded with a remarkable 96th-minute winner from 19-year-old Momoko Tanikawa, after Brazil's defense failed to clear a pass. Both teams are now level on three points in Group C, while Colombia secured their first win of the tournament by defeating New Zealand 2-0. Colombia's goals came from Marcela Restrepo and Leicy Santos, enhancing their chances of advancing. The tournament continues with significant matches, including the world champions Spain facing Nigeria later.

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