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Brazil Legend Ronaldo Downplays Japan Ahead of Potential World Cup Clash

Brazil Legend Ronaldo Downplays Japan Ahead of Potential World Cup Clash

Summary

Brazilian soccer legend Ronaldo said Brazil should avoid playing the Netherlands in the World Cup knockout stage because they are a strong team. He thinks Brazil can beat Japan or Sweden more easily if they face them next. Japan is doing well so far and aims to reach the quarterfinals for the first time.

Key Facts

  • Japan tied with the Netherlands 2-2 in a World Cup group stage game.
  • Japan then beat Tunisia 4-0 in another group match.
  • Japan hopes to reach the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time ever.
  • Ronaldo won the World Cup with Brazil in 2002.
  • He said Brazil must avoid playing the Netherlands in the knockout rounds.
  • Ronaldo believes Brazil can beat Japan or Sweden more easily than the Netherlands.
  • Japan could face Brazil or Morocco next, depending on final group results.
  • The upcoming matches will show if Ronaldo’s view about Japan is correct.
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