Rayan header salvages 1-1 draw between Brazil and Australia

Vanguard News | 25-09-2026 02:01pm |

A last-minute header from Brazilian substitute Rayan salvaged a 1-1 draw with Australia in an international friendly in Townsville on Friday. Rayan headed the ball home in the 95th minute to deny the hosts what would have been only their second win over the South American giants. A superb free kick from Australian youngster Nestory Irankunda had looked enough to give the Socceroos an upset win. Brazil dominated against an increasingly defensive Australian outfit and were rewarded seconds before full-time.

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