Brazil, Japan to play World Cup rematch in Singapore
Singapore will host a four-team international football tournament in November, featuring a high-profile rematch between Brazil and Japan. The 'Mizuho Blue Challenge' will also include matches involving Paraguay and the host nation, Singapore.
Why it matters
The tournament provides significant international exposure for Singapore's sports infrastructure and offers a high-level competitive platform for global football teams.
AFP, Singapore Japan will get a chance to avenge their heart-breaking World Cup defeat to Brazil when they take part in a four-team international tournament in Singapore in November, organisers said Thursday.
Gabriel Martinelli scored in the final moments in Houston to give Brazil a 2-1 win and knock out Hajime Moriyasu's side at the last 32 stage.
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