In the latest edition of the global soccer map, Brazil is firmly at the top of the world, while South Korea is in 28th place, a ranking that makes people imagine the obscurity of the two teams on the green field. However, there is a world of difference in their stature, as much as 1 billion euros, as if in a silent statement on the strength of the gap.
Going back to that scene in the game, Brazil almost sealed the win within the first 40 minutes of the game, with a four-goal lead that made the South Korean defense look overwhelmed. Goals from Neymar, Richardson, Vinicius and Paqueta were like four sharp blades that easily sliced through the South Korean defensive barriers. The joy of victory filled the air as the team formed a circle and danced in celebration.
According to official statistics, the tournament produced four goals, which not only allowed Brazil to surpass Germany in the number of World Cup goals, but also set a new record for the number of goals scored in the first half of a World Cup.
In the upcoming quarterfinals, Brazil will battle Croatia for a place in the quarterfinals. Although on paper, Brazil's advancement is almost a foregone conclusion, the suspense of the match will be rekindled if Croatia is able to hold on to extra time or even a penalty shootout.
