Despite the insurmountable deficit, South Korea "came out fighting". They forced Alisson into several world-class saves before he was subbed off. ⚽ The Moment of the Half
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 BRA vs KOR - Second-Half - Bein.mp4.mp4
Paik Seung-ho, a former Barcelona academy graduate. Despite the insurmountable deficit, South Korea "came out
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. Brazil had "ripped South Korea to shreds" with
The second 45 minutes shifted from a slaughter to a professional "easing off" by the favorites.
Ultimately, the second half was a story of two different "wins": Brazil winning the match to advance, and South Korea winning back their dignity with a relentless, never-say-die attitude.