Japan’s national soccer team manager, Hajime Moriyasu, expressed his determination to defeat Brazil in the upcoming World Cup round of 16 match. Moriyasu acknowledged Brazil as a perennial favorite to win the tournament but stated his team aims to “change history” with a victory. Japan has never won a knockout stage match in the World Cup, and this game presents an opportunity to achieve a first-ever win against the soccer powerhouse. The match will be broadcast live on NHK with commentary from Keisuke Honda and Ryohei Lin. NHK ONE News will provide real-time updates, post-match interviews with the coach and players, and detailed analysis of the game. The match is scheduled to begin at 2:00 AM Japan Standard Time on December 30th.