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Brazil edged out Japan 2-1 in a thrilling Round of 16 clash at the FIFA World Cup, with Seleção captain Casemiro at the heart of the action. The midfielder received an early yellow card in the 13th minute, marking a record fifth booking for him in World Cup finals. However, Casemiro quickly turned hero, netting the equalizer in the 55th minute to spark Brazil's comeback before being substituted in the 90th minute.
Today's booking makes Casemiro the most cautioned player in World Cup matches since his debut in 2018. Specifically in this tournament, he has now accumulated two yellow cards, having also been booked in the 1-1 draw against Morocco in the group stage. A closer look reveals that three of his five World Cup yellow cards have come in just four knockout stage matches.
With this latest caution, Casemiro is now just one yellow card shy of matching the all-time disciplinary record for the Brazilian national team at the World Cup. The legendary right-back Cafu currently holds that distinction, having been booked a total of six times in his World Cup career.
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