Has Naomichi Ueda played in a World Cup before?

Japan has appeared in 8 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Naomichi Ueda's full international history.

What position does Naomichi Ueda play?

Naomichi Ueda plays as a defender for Japan at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Japan in at the 2026 World Cup?

Japan are in Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Netherlands, Tunisia, Sweden.

When does Japan play at the World Cup?

Japan's first match is on 2026-06-14 against Netherlands at AT&T Stadium, Arlington.

Naomichi Ueda – Japan | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Naomichi Ueda

Date of BirthOctober 24, 1994 (age 31)

Place of BirthKumamoto, Japan

Height / Weight186 / 79

PositionDefender

Current ClubKashima

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
J1 League	20	2	1
EAFF E-1 Football Championship	2	0	0
J-League Cup	2	0	0
Emperor Cup	4	1	0
All Competitions	28	3	1

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World Cup 2026

Group F →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Netherlands	3	2	1	0	6	7
2	Japan	3	1	2	0	4	5
3	Sweden	3	1	1	1	0	4
4	Tunisia	3	0	0	3	-10	0

2026-06-14Netherlands vs JapanAT&T Stadium, Arlington→2026-06-20Tunisia vs JapanEstadio BBVA, Monterrey→2026-06-25Japan vs SwedenAT&T Stadium, Arlington→

2026 tournament outlook

Naomichi Ueda will represent Japan at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Japan have been drawn in Group F alongside Netherlands, Tunisia, Sweden. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-14 against Netherlands at AT&T Stadium, Arlington. As a defender, Ueda will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Japan's best World Cup finish is Round of 16 (2002, 2018, 2022). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Japan at the 2026 World Cup

Naomichi Ueda is part of the Japan squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Hajime Moriyasu, alongside T. Hayakawa, H. Araki, S. Inagaki, and R. Germain among the key players.

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