Tite's side took their "foot off the gas" to conserve energy for their upcoming quarter-final against Croatia.
A look at timeline leading up to this performance. BRA vs KOR - Second-Half - Bein.mp4.mp4
Ultimately, the second half was a story of two different "wins": Brazil winning the match to advance, and South Korea winning back their dignity with a relentless, never-say-die attitude. Tite's side took their "foot off the gas"
It was a "consolation goal" in the books, but for South Korea, it was a moment of pride that "prevented a shutout" and gave their traveling fans a reason to cheer one last time. It was a "consolation goal" in the books,
The "story" of the second half of the Brazil vs. South Korea match (December 5, 2022) is one of energy conservation, respectful restraint, and a single, thunderous moment of defiance from the underdogs. Mon, Dec 5 Brazil won! South Korea The Set-Up: Pure Destruction