Late Brazil Equalizer
Australia Denied Historic Win Over Brazil by Late Equalizer in Queensland
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The draw denied Australia a chance to record its first win over Brazil in 25 years; its only previous victory against the five-time world champions came at the 2001 Confederations Cup.
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Brazil had periods of sustained pressure, but goalkeeper Patrick Beach made diving saves to deny Raphinha twice before the break.
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Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimarães said the team was focused on its own play in the friendlies, while acknowledging recent results had been poor: “the only way to turn the situation around is by playing well and winning games.” He also described missing a penalty in Brazil’s World Cup loss to Norway as “a dark moment.”
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The public training sessions were free: Brazil’s Brisbane session was scheduled for 4:30–5pm on Monday, followed by the Socceroos’ session from 6–7pm; the Townsville recovery session was set for Saturday from 11am to noon.
Australia drew 1-1 with Brazil on Saturday in Queensland, missing a landmark chance to record its first win over the five-time world champions in 25 years. Yahoo Sports reported that Nestory Irankunda put the Socceroos ahead with a 68th-minute free kick, but Rayan's 95th-minute header salvaged a draw for Brazil in a thrilling finish.
The result sets up a rematch Tuesday at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium. Australia is using the two-game Queensland series to prepare for the 2027 Asian Cup, while Onmanorama noted that Brazil is seeking redemption after its recent World Cup exit.
Irankunda's Free Kick Puts Australia Within Reach
Australia seized control in the 68th minute when Nestory Irankunda converted a free kick to give the Socceroos a 1-0 lead. The goal marked a rare moment of genuine danger for Brazil, who had dominated possession but struggled to create clear chances. Onmanorama reported that Australia's goalkeeper Patrick Beach made diving saves to deny Raphinha twice before halftime, keeping the match competitive.
VAR Overturns Brazil Goal as Pressure Mounts
Brazil had an apparent goal disallowed after a VAR review, further frustrating the visitors' efforts to equalize. Despite the setback, Brazil maintained sustained pressure throughout the second half. The Socceroos' defense held firm until the dying moments, when Rayan rose above the Australia back line to head home a corner kick in the 95th minute.
Rayan's Late Header Denies Historic Australian Victory
Rayan's 95th-minute equalizer denied Australia what would have been its first win over Brazil since the 2001 Confederations Cup. Yahoo Sports described the goal as a last-gasp save for Brazil, keeping the five-time world champions unbeaten against the Socceroos in their 25-year rivalry. The draw leaves both teams seeking momentum heading into Tuesday's rematch.
Public Sessions Offer Free Access to Fans
The Queensland series included free public training sessions for both teams. Brazil's Brisbane session ran from 4:30–5pm on Monday, followed by Australia's 6–7pm training. A Townsville recovery session for Australia was scheduled for Saturday from 11am to noon, giving fans a rare chance to watch the teams prepare without paying admission.
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