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Where is Japan's goalkeeper from? 10 things you should know about Zion Suzuki

Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki is a man in demand and his World Cup performances have amplified the transfer window noise

FourFourTwo · Jun 29

Brazil 2-1 Japan: Gabriel Martinelli sends Selecao through at the death

Selecao scrape through against impressive Samurai Blue

Evening Standard · Jun 29

FIFA World Cup: Martinelli scores in 95th minute to break Japanese hearts, send Brazil into World Cup last 16

Gabriel Martinelli's dramatic 95th-minute strike secured Brazil a thrilling 2-1 victory over Japan, propelling them into the World Cup last 16. After falling behind to Kaishu Sano's solo effort, veteran Casemiro equalized for the five-time champions. The win sets up a knockout clash against Ivory Coast or Norway, with Brazil…

The Economic Times · Jun 29

Japan 1-1 Sweden: Both teams qualify as Daizen Maeda scores at second World Cup

Japan and Sweden booked their places in the knockout phase of the World Cup as they drew 1-1 in their final Group F clash

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26

FIFA World Cup: Sweden's Elanga earns draw with Japan to keep their hopes alive

Sweden secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Japan, with Anthony Elanga's late equalizer ensuring both teams advanced to the World Cup knockout stages. Japan, finishing second in Group F, will face Brazil, while Sweden's point was enough to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams.

The Economic Times · Jun 26

Japan and Sweden book spots in round of 32 after dull draw in Group F climax

Japan 1-1 Sweden: Anthony Elanga cancelled out Daizen Maeda’s opener in a game lacking in quality

The Independent UK · Jun 26

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 · Jun 26

Japan draw 1-1 with Sweden to finish second in Group F

DALLAS - ⁠Japan ⁠held on to ​draw 1-1 with Sweden in ​their World Cup ‌match on Thursday to finish runners-up in Group F and book a meeting in the knockout stage ​with ⁠five-times champions Brazil after an Anthony Elanga strike cancelled out Daizen Maeda's opener.

Bangkok Post · Jun 26

Why U.S.-Born Zion Suzuki Plays for Japan at the 2026 World Cup

The Japanese goalkeeper made four big saves against the Netherlands on Sunday.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 15

Zion Suzuki's parents: Meet the Ghanaian father and Japanese mother behind Japan's No.1 goalkeeper at FIFA World Cup

Zion Suzuki's parents: Zion Suzuki, born in the US to a Ghanaian father and Japanese mother, is captivating fans as Japan's goalkeeper at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. His multicultural background and rapid rise through Japan's national team ranks have made him a standout player and an intriguing personality on…

The Economic Times · Jun 15