In the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup, Brazil staged a 2-1 comeback victory over Japan. Casemiro, who scored the equalizer for Brazil in this game, was named the official Man of the Match.

In this match against Japan, starting midfielder Casemiro scored a header in the 56th minute, helping Brazil equalize the score and eventually secure a 2-1 comeback victory. 

Casemiro completed 2 shots on target in this game, the most in the entire match.