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Japan drew 1-1 with Sweden, setting up a Round of 32 match against Brazil. Japan led 1-0 with a goal from Daizen Maeda, but Sweden equalized in the second half. Japan's second-place finish in the group was confirmed, and they will face Brazil in the next round.
What happened in the match?
Japan took an aggressive stance from the start, leading 1-0 with a goal from Daizen Maeda. However, Sweden also counterattacked, and the match ended in a draw.
Japan's second-place finish
Japan's second-place finish in the group was confirmed, and they will face Brazil in the next round. Japan has recently recorded 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 5 matches, and are currently on a 3-game winning streak.
Round of 32 match
Japan will face Brazil in the Round of 32. Brazil is a strong team, and Japan will face a big challenge.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | Bolivia | 3-0 win |
Current team situation
Japan is currently without S. Machino and T. Kubo due to injury. However, the team is showing high combat power.
