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 11GROUPGroup F
Netherlands2 - 2
FINALJapan
2026-06-14Local: 15:00
AT&T StadiumDallas
Match 36GROUPGroup F
Tunisia0 - 4
FINALJapan
2026-06-20Local: 22:00
Estadio BBVAMonterrey
Match 57GROUPGroup F
Japan1 - 1
FINALSweden
2026-06-25Local: 18:00
AT&T StadiumDallas
Match 76R32
Brazil2 - 1
FINALJapan
2026-06-29Local: 12:00
NRG StadiumHouston
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.
FAQ: Japan National Team
Japan plays their opening match on 2026-06-14 against NETHERLANDS.
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.⚽Preview: Round of 32 single-elimination match.