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Postecoglou is exactly what Japan need after fifth-straight World Cup knockout loss

The Samurai Blue’s toughest opponents are themselves. The Australian coach would help them kick down the door to football’s global elite

The Guardian - AU

Japan the example to follow but this has been a dismal World Cup for Asia

Iran were treated badly while two countries were debutants, but Saudi Arabia and South Korea should have done better

The Guardian - UK

‘The right path’: Carlo Ancelotti keeps cool after Brazil survive Japan scare in last 32

Ancelotti said Brazil’s late win was their ‘most complete game’ of the World Cup, while Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu says his side ‘have to improve’ against top teams

The Guardian - UK

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Brazil vs Japan prediction: Vinicius Junior can be the difference-maker against stubborn Samurai Blue

A mouthwatering round-of-32 clash sees Brazil take on Japan in Houston

FourFourTwo

Brazil vs. Japan—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Brazil has only lost one of 14 meetings with the Samurai Blue previously.

Sports Illustrated

Brazil vs Japan: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today

Selecao face the Samurai Blue in intriguing second last-32 showdown in Houston

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026 R32 Brazil vs. Japan Predictions and Picks

Brazil vs. Japan meet in Houston on June 29. Our World Cup 2026 R32 Brazil vs. Japan predictions back Brazil to win in 90 minutes at -139.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan vows to give 'everything we've got' against Brazil in blockbuster last-32 clash

Japan will give "everything we've got" and declared they have what it takes to beat Brazil in the last 32 of the World Cup in Houston on Monday. Japan were hanging on by the end, but Suzuki said they can beat anyone on their day, having also defeated England at…

The Economic Times

Japan and Sweden both reach World Cup last 32 after Elanga’s strike seals draw

Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 after Anthony Elanga cancelled out Daizen Maeda’s opener, as both teams advanced to the knockouts

The Guardian - UK

What Japan’s blueprint to win the World Cup by 2050 tells us about football’s future

The ‘Japan Way’ manifesto has set the highest of long-term targets but Hajime Moriyasu’s team are already delivering early results in north America

The Independent UK

Japan football manager acknowledges fans for cleaning up stands

Japanese supporters cleaning up the stands after a match has long been talked about at World Cups and Samurai Blue manager Hajime Moriyasu on Friday gave his view on the custom.

Bangkok Post

Tunisia vs Japan prediction as Samurai Blue look to seize control of Group F

Netherlands and Sweden meet elsewhere to leave Japan with a chance to take advantage of Tunisia turmoil

FourFourTwo

Tunisia vs Japan World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Tunisia vs Japan World Cup 2026 predictions: Japan are -187 favorites in Group F, backed by four wins in five all-time meetings and Tunisia's chaotic start.

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Japan battle back to draw 2-2 with Netherlands in Texas thriller

ARLINGTON, Texas: Japan showed their battling qualities to salvage a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their ‌World Cup Group F opener on Sunday as Hajime Moriyasu's side backed up their desire to make an impact at the tournament with a gritty display.

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The Guardian - UK

Fortune favours Kamada as Japan rescue World Cup draw with Netherlands

Daichi Kamada deflected in an 88th-minute equaliser as Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands, who led through Virgil van Dijk then Crysencio Summerville

Sports Illustrated

Netherlands vs. Japan—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The Netherlands is desperate for a first world title, while Japan is considered a dark horse this summer.

The Guardian - UK

Being the best in Asia is no longer enough for Japan seeking World Cup breakthrough

Despite missing key players, Hajime Moriyasu’s side have built strength in depth to challenge the traditional order

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group F guide: Netherlands face tough test with Japan, Sweden and Tunisia

The Dutch look to have a strong defence and midfield but will that be enough to top a tricky group?

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Sports Illustrated

Japan 2026 World Cup Preview: Samurai Blue Target a Quarterfinal Berth

Record Asian champion Japan is aiming to upset the established order once again after a memorable 2022 campaign.

The Guardian - UK

Japan head to Wembley ready to show they’re the real deal before World Cup

Fresh from a rampant qualification and a win over Brazil, Hajime Moriyasu’s side want to make another statement with a first victory over England

The Independent UK

Sunday’s briefing: Scotland suffer Japan defeat while Maguire gets reality check

There were some boos from fans after Japan’s 1-0 friendly victory in Glasgow.

FourFourTwo

Who exactly is Riku Yamane? FourFourTwo's two-minute scout report

Riku Yamane could be knocking at the door for a World Cup place – but who is Yokohama F. Marinos' highly rated midfielder?

Evening Standard

Liverpool injury update: Alexander Isak, Wataru Endo and Conor Bradley latest news and return dates

Reds welcome Alisson back from injury, but Alexander Isak remains sidelined for Champions League decider

Evening Standard

Jeremy Jacquet injury latest: £60m Liverpool signing to undergo shoulder surgery

The highly-rated defender has not featured for Rennes since the start of February

Evening Standard

Liverpool injury update: Florian Wirtz, Alexander Isak, Wataru Endo latest news and return dates

Liverpool handed double injury update ahead of successive trips to Wolves

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