Japan will get a rematch against Brazil, the team that knocked them out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in a four-nation tournament in Singapore this November. VnExpress International Sports reports the clash is set for November 14 as part of the Mizuho Blue Challenge, which runs from November 13 to 17 during the FIFA international window.
The Japan-Brazil match will be held at Singapore's National Stadium. It replays their World Cup group stage encounter in Houston on June 29, 2026. In that match, Japan took the lead but conceded a last-gasp goal to lose 2-1, ending their tournament. Kaishu Sano scored Japan's opener, while Gabriel Martinelli netted Brazil's late winner. The coaches at the time were Hajime Moriyasu and Carlo Ancelotti. Tournament organizers said, "Japan will get a chance to avenge their heart-breaking World Cup defeat to Brazil when they take part in a four-team international tournament in Singapore in November."
The Mizuho Blue Challenge is a four-team event using the FIFA match window. It opens on November 13 with Singapore facing Paraguay. The final day on November 17 features a double-header: Singapore vs. Brazil and Japan vs. Paraguay. They are 2 points behind leaders the Netherlands. Their recent form over the last five matches is 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss (LDWDW).
Before the Singapore tournament, Japan has an important qualifying match at home against Uruguay on September 24. Fans can view the full fixtures list. Meanwhile, the host nation, Singapore's Lions, are building towards the 2027 Asian Cup and will use this event as vital preparation. Separate domestic news concerning Singapore Premier League champions Lion City Sailors was noted in the report but is unrelated to the Japan national team's story.
For Japan, the Singapore event presents a prime opportunity to settle a World Cup score. Hajime Moriyasu said, "Coaches Hajime Moriyasu and Carlo Ancelotti are relishing their rematch in the Mizuho Blue Challenge." The team's immediate focus is the Uruguay match, after which they will turn their attention to the full-strength rematch in November.
