Japan is on track to advance in the FIFA World Cup 2026. With a recent record of 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 5 games, they are on a 3-game winning streak, having last beaten Bolivia 3-0 on November 18, 2025.

Results of the Group Stage

Their recent performance has been impressive, with a 3-0 win over Bolivia. Japan's recent record stands at 3W-1D-1L.

Japan's Accumulating Points

Japan has been accumulating points in the group stage, raising expectations for their advancement to the knockout stage.

Expectations for the Knockout Stage

For Japan to advance to the knockout stage, they need to accumulate more points in the group stage.

DateOpponentResult
2025-11-18Bolivia3-0

Teams that Advanced as 3rd Place

(B group) Bosnia and Herzegovina, (D group) Paraguay, (E group) Ecuador, (F group) Sweden, (I group) Senegal, (J group) Algeria, (K group) Congo DR, (L group) Ghana