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Men’s Olympic football: Brazil, Japan, Mexico and Spain in semis

Men’s Olympic football: Brazil, Japan, Mexico and Spain in semis

By Shanil Singh
01/08/2021
Matheus Cunha scored the winning goal for Brazil.

Defending champions Brazil will face Mexico in the semifinal of the men’s football competition at the Tokyo Olympics after beating Egypt 1-0 in the quarterfinal.

Matheus Cunha scored the winning goal for Brazil.

Mexico qualified for the semifinal after beating South Korea 6-3.

Spain will take on hosts Japan in the second semifinal.

Spain beat Ivory Coast 5-2 in extra time after both sides were locked at 2-2 at the end of 90 minutes.

Japan qualified for the semifinal after beating New Zealand 4-2 on penalties.

Brazil will take on Mexico at 8pm while Spain takes on Japan at 11pm on Tuesday.

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