Japanese influencer "gamix.o7," well-known to many football fans, went viral again online for wearing a cloak patterned after Tanjiro, a character from Demon Slayer, while cheering for Japan at the 2026 World Cup amid Brazilian supporters. Japan eventually lost 2-1 to Brazil, and his deeply disappointed expression was shared widely across social media, turning into a popular meme.
After the clip went viral, "gamix.o7" gained a growing number of followers and collaborated on content with several Brazilian influencers and creators. Often cast as the one being pranked, he became a familiar and entertaining figure well recognized by Brazilian football fans.
Most recently, he attended the match where Brazil faced Norway, cheering for the "Samba" team among Norwegian supporters. The result repeated the previous pattern as Brazil unexpectedly lost 2-1 to Norway. His disappointed facial expression once again went viral, with many jokingly recalling the time he supported Japan in the World Cup.
Meanwhile, social media is filled with humorous comments encouraging "gamix.o7" to support a different national team next. Most suggest he should cheer for Argentina, led by star Lionel Messi.
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