It was a "consolation goal" in the books, but for South Korea, it was a moment of pride that "prevented a shutout" and gave their traveling fans a reason to cheer one last time.
The "story" of the second half of the Brazil vs. South Korea match (December 5, 2022) is one of energy conservation, respectful restraint, and a single, thunderous moment of defiance from the underdogs. Mon, Dec 5 Brazil won! South Korea The Set-Up: Pure Destruction
A look at timeline leading up to this performance. BRA vs KOR - Second-Half - Bein.mp4.mp4
Tite's side took their "foot off the gas" to conserve energy for their upcoming quarter-final against Croatia.
By halftime, the story was seemingly over. Brazil had "ripped South Korea to shreds" with four goals in just 36 minutes—a feat not seen in a World Cup knockout stage since Germany's 7-1 demolition of Brazil in 2014. Goals from Vinícius Júnior, Neymar (returning from injury), Richarlison, and Lucas Paquetá had turned Stadium 974 into a literal carnival. The Second-Half Narrative It was a "consolation goal" in the books,
The tribute to performed by the players after the final whistle.
In a rare move, Brazil substituted their starting goalkeeper, Alisson, for third-choice Weverton in the 80th minute—ensuring every member of the 26-man squad played in the tournament. Mon, Dec 5 Brazil won
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