Group F standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Netherlands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Japan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Tunisia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Sweden | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
Japan
The final group game — Japan's qualification hopes may depend on this result.
Sweden
An opening win over Japan would be a major statement and strengthen Sweden's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Japan | Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 16 | 27 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 8 | 13 |
| Best WC Finish | Round of 16 (2002, 2018, 2022) | Runners-up (1958) |
| Manager | Hajime Moriyasu | Jon Dahl Tomasson |
| How They Qualified | AFC 3rd Round — Group C winners | UEFA Playoff Path B winner |
| 2022 World Cup | Round of 16 — lost to Croatia on pens | Did not qualify |
| Captain | Wataru Endō | Alexander Isak |
Prediction
Japan 2 — 1 Sweden
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Japan (ranked 16th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
Japan have appeared at 8 World Cups. Sweden have appeared at 13.
Japan are ranked 16th in the world. Sweden are ranked 27th.
This match takes place at AT&T Stadium, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
AT&T Stadium · Arlington · Capacity: 70,122
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