Brazil secures 1-0 victory over Switzerland... Advances to Round of 16

Securing 2 Consecutive Wins to Advance from Group Stage... Brazil's Star Neymar Absent

[Asia Economy Reporter Seomideum] Brazil secured a spot in the Round of 16 by defeating Switzerland 1-0 in Group G of the 2022 Qatar World Cup group stage.

On the 29th (Korean time), Brazil won 1-0 against Switzerland in the second Group G match held at the 974 Stadium in Doha, Qatar, with Casemiro's winning goal in the 38th minute of the second half. Brazil secured 6 points with 2 wins. Brazil's star Neymar did not participate in the match against Switzerland due to the aftereffects of an ankle injury.

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Brazil scored the winning goal in the 38th minute of the second half. Vinicius passed the ball to Rodrygo, who then delivered a one-touch pass to Casemiro. Casemiro opened Switzerland's right goal with a non-stop outfront kick.

Brazil will secure first place in the group depending on the result of their final match against Cameroon. Switzerland, facing Serbia, is also in a favorable position to advance to the Round of 16. Switzerland currently has 3 points with 1 win and 1 loss. Both Serbia and Cameroon have only 1 point each, so Switzerland can advance to the Round of 16 by drawing in the final match.