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June 26, 2026
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Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw

Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw

Japan will face Brazil in a World Cup last-32 clash after drawing 1-1 with Sweden on Thursday to finish runners-up behind the Netherlands in Group F...

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Japan will face Brazil in the World Cup knockouts after a nervy 1-1 draw with Sweden, securing their place as runners-up in Group F.

  • Japan finished with 5 points, behind group winners Netherlands (7 points).
  • Daizen Maeda scored for Japan, with Anthony Elanga equalizing for Sweden.
  • Sweden also qualified for the knockouts as one of the best third-placed teams, while Tunisia was eliminated.

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