Japan Hub
Get the latest updates on the Japan national football team's schedule and results at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
What's the schedule and results?
The Japan national football team won 4-0 against Tunisia on June 21. Their next match is against Sweden on June 25.
Meet the Japan national football team players
The team is led by coach Moriyasu and consists of 26 players. We've got their stories here.
Is PK success due to luck or skill?
Asahi Shimbun has launched a special website to analyze PKs in the World Cup. While PKs may seem to be influenced by luck, data analysis reveals some surprising facts.
Four Japan national football team players from Kawasaki Frontale
Four players from Kawasaki Frontale, including Yoshito Okubo, Koji Miyoshi, and Takumi Minamino, have been selected for the Japan national football team.
| Match Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-21 | Tunisia | 4-0 |
| 2026-06-25 | Sweden | - |
How far can Japan go?
The Japan national football team has participated in the World Cup seven times, with their best finish being the round of 16. What does Japan need to do to reach the quarterfinals and beyond? We explore the challenges facing the Japanese football scene in this series.
