Japan at the FIFA World Cup 2026
Japan compete at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Group F alongside Netherlands, Sweden and Tunisia. The top two teams in each group — plus the eight best third-placed sides — advance to the Round of 32. Below you'll find Japan's full group-stage schedule, live scores, squad and up-to-date Group F standings, refreshed within 60 seconds of every match.
Japan have become the most consistently impressive Asian team at the World Cup, and at 2026 they aim to go where no Asian nation has gone before — the semi-finals. With a squad full of Bundesliga and Premier League talent, they have a real chance.
Read the full Japan World Cup 2026 preview →🏆 WC 2026 — Group F
Group stage · June 11 – June 27, 2026
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Netherlands | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 4 |
| 2 |  Japan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 4 |
| 3 |  Sweden | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 |  Tunisia | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -8 | 0 |
Top 2 teams advance to the Round of 32 · Tournament ends July 19, 2026
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