Brazil's national team bounced back in Group E after a slow start. Starting the tournament as one of the favorites, they defeated Serbia 2-0, securing their second consecutive victory and taking the first place in Group E.
Brazil collected 7 points in Group E, which means that the South American representatives will face Mexico in the quarterfinals.
Meanwhile, Serbia, having suffered their second defeat, must pack their bags and head home.
The crucial Group E match started slightly in Brazil's favor. Neymar could have scored for Brazil in the 25th minute, but the Serbian goalkeeper saved the shot.
However, just four minutes later, Neymar made a good pass to Gabriel Jesus, but the hesitant Brazilian striker delayed his shot, and the Serbian defender blocked the ball.
Nevertheless, in the 36th minute, after a perfect pass from Philippe Coutinho, Paulinho found the back of the net and put Brazil ahead.
After the break, an open and exciting game began, captivating many football fans.
In the 57th minute, the Brazilian national team had a great opportunity to double their lead, but Neymar failed to convert. Serbia was once again saved by Vladimir Stojkovic.
It was after this episode that Serbia started to press forward. In the 61st minute, Aleksandar Mitrovic had a chance to equalize with a header, but he missed the target.
Four minutes later, Alisson saved another header from A. Mitrovic. However, Alisson didn't always save his team. Once he cleared the ball towards the Serbians, but then Brazil was saved by their defenders.
Despite missing their chances, Serbia faced another blow. In the 68th minute, Neymar's successful corner kick found Thiago Silva, who doubled Brazil's lead with a great header.
Filipe Luis could have added another goal with a long-range shot, but V. Stojkovic saved his team once again.
At the end of the match, Brazil continued to create dangerous opportunities, with Neymar often being involved. However, the Brazilian star either lacked accuracy or was saved by V. Stojkovic.
Serbia 0:2 Brazil 36' [0-1] Paulinho 68' [0-2] T. Silva
