Japan
Japan
FIFA Rank:#16Group:F
Team Summary
Japan is competing in Group F of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under AFC confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.
Japan Match Schedule
Match 31•GROUP•Group F
NetherlandsVS
Japan
2026-06-13Local: 21:00 | UTC: 02:00
Estadio AztecaMexico City
Match 34•GROUP•Group F
TunisiaVS
Japan
2026-06-18Local: 16:00 | UTC: 21:00
AT&T StadiumDallas
Match 36•GROUP•Group F
JapanVS
Sweden
2026-06-23Local: 16:00 | UTC: 20:00
Mercedes-Benz StadiumAtlanta
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Tactical Profile & Squad Strength
Utilizes a fluid 4-2-3-1 or 3-4-3 system, specializing in mid-block pressing and lightning-fast vertical passes.
Strengths
- Superb technical skill and discipline
- Blistering speed on the counter
- High-quality squad depth
Weaknesses
- Lack of physical height in boxes
- Lack of a physical target man
- Defending set-pieces
World Cup History
Japan has qualified for 8 consecutive World Cups, reaching the Round of 16 four times, including 2022.
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FAQ: Japan National Team
Related World Cup Coverage
⚽Group F Table & Results⚽Group F Scenarios⚽Japan Next Match Info⚽Japan Route to Final⚽Japan Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch Japan Live⚽Preview: Group F Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group F Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group F Matchday 3 fixture.