Vinícius Scores Brace as Undefeated Brazil Advances to Round of 32

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The Brazilian national team, aiming for its first World Cup title in 24 years, has secured a spot in the Round of 32 after finishing the group stage undefeated. Brazilian star Vinícius has joined the race for the Golden Boot, scoring in three consecutive matches with a brace today.

Reporter Jeon Young-min has the story.

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Brazil opened the scoring against Scotland just seven minutes into the first half.

After Raphinha intercepted the ball through high pressure, Vinícius dribbled past the goalkeeper to find the back of the net, marking his third consecutive goal of the tournament.

In the 22nd minute, Vinícius had a goal disallowed following a VAR review for a foul, but he managed to score a decisive goal in first-half stoppage time.

Connecting with a cross from Bruno Guimarães for a header, he recorded his fourth goal of the tournament, closing the gap to just one goal behind the current top scorer, Lionel Messi, and intensifying the competition for the Golden Boot.

After Matheus Cunha, a former teammate of Hwang Hee-chan, added another goal to give Brazil a 3-0 lead, the stadium erupted in cheers in the 31st minute of the second half as Brazilian superstar Neymar, who had missed the first two matches due to a calf injury, was substituted into the game.

Neymar showcased his signature dribbling and sharp shooting, working to regain his match fitness.

With a 3-0 victory, Brazil finished with two wins and one draw, securing their place in the Round of 32 as the winners of Group C, ahead of Morocco on goal difference.

Video by Hwang Ji-young
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