Japan 2026 FIFA World Cup Fixtures, match schedule, date, times, venues

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When and Where Japan will play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Full match schedule, date, times, venues

Japan – 2026 World Cup Team Profile

Nation: Japan (Asia – AFC)

World Cup Appearances: 8th consecutive appearance

Recent Status: Asia's top-ranked team and consistent World Cup knockout-stage challenger.

The modern, technical benchmark of Asian football. Renowned for exceptional tactical discipline, relentless team pressing, and seamless technical execution. No longer just an underdog, they are a respected force capable of defeating any elite nation, as proven in recent World Cups.

Player to Watch

Kaoru Mitoma – Winger (Brighton & Hove Albion)
The team's most electrifying talent. His incredible dribbling, direct running, and ability to beat defenders one-on-one are Japan's primary weapons for breaking down organized defenses.

Tournament Objective

Having reached the Round of 16 in 2018 and 2022, the clear next step is to break the "last-16 ceiling" and reach the Quarter-Finals. This is the national goal. With a golden generation of players at European clubs, 2026 is seen as their best opportunity to make history and cement their status as a true global power.