Brazil was eliminated from the FIFA World Cup after losing 2–1 to Belgium in the quarter-finals. The match was played at the Kazan Arena in Russia. Belgium scored twice in the first half, including an own goal and a long-range strike by Kevin De Bruyne. Brazil dominated possession in the second half and scored once through Renato Augusto. Despite sustained pressure, Brazil failed to equalize. The defeat ended Brazil’s World Cup campaign and led to criticism of team strategy and management.
