Brazil, one of the favorites to win the World Cup, blew past South Korea on Monday with four goals in the first half to win their match 4-1 in a manner that thrilled the crowd and terrified possible rivals.
On Monday, Neymar helped lead Brazil to a 4-1 victory over South Korea as the tournament favorites advanced to the quarterfinals. Neymar had recently returned from injury.
First-half goals were scored by Vinicius Junior, Neymar, Richarlison, and Lucas Paqueta. Paik Seung-ho then rescued a late goal for a struggling South Korea.
Brazilian athletes showed their support for Pele, an 82-year-old football legend who is still being treated in a Sao Paulo hospital, by carrying a banner with his name on it onto the field following their triumph.
