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Brazil's Andrik Misses Key Chance After Vinicius Assist in World Cup Match
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First reported by Mako · Jul 5, 2026
What happened
Brazil's Andrik missed a crucial scoring chance shortly after replacing Matheus Cunha in their 2026 World Cup match against Japan, drawing criticism of coach Carlo Ancelotti's substitution choices.
- 01Andrik replaced Matheus Cunha in the 58th minute against Japan in the 2026 World Cup.
- 02Two minutes after entering, Andrik missed a major scoring opportunity from Vinicius Jr.'s assist.
- 03Vinicius Jr. skillfully bypassed defenders and delivered a precise through ball.
- 04BBC called the miss "huge" and questioned what Cunha would have done in that situation.
- 05Carlo Ancelotti has faced criticism for repeatedly substituting Andrik despite his errors.
- 06The incident has sparked widespread online mockery of Ancelotti's treatment of Andrik during the tournament.
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