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The Japan national football team finished 21st in the FIFA World Cup 2026, topping Asia with a better goal difference. They exited the tournament with a record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss. Recently, Japan has been on a 3-game winning run.
What happened?
Japan failed to advance to the round of 16 with a record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss. Their recent form has been 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, with a current 3-game winning streak.
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | Bolivia | 3-0 win |
Why it matters
Japan's performance was the best among Asian teams. Australia also had a record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss, but Japan had a better goal difference.
What comes next?
Japan will start preparing for the next tournament. Currently, S. Machino and T. Kubo are sidelined due to injury.
Summary
The Japan national football team finished 21st in the FIFA World Cup 2026, topping Asia with a better goal difference. They exited the tournament with a record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss. Recently, Japan has been on a 3-game winning run.
