Has Kosuke Nakamura played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Kosuke Nakamura play?

Kosuke Nakamura plays as a goalkeeper 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.

How old is Kosuke Nakamura?

Kosuke Nakamura is 31 years old.

Kosuke Nakamura – Japan | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Kosuke Nakamura

Date of BirthFebruary 27, 1995 (age 31)

Place of BirthTokyo, Japan

Height / Weight185 cm / 82 kg

PositionGoalkeeper

Current ClubCerezo Osaka

Career

Appearances

Career

Goals

2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
J1 League	17	0	0
Segunda Liga	3	0	0
All Competitions	20	0	0

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Japan's group: Group F →

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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

Kosuke Nakamura 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 goalkeeper, Nakamura 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

Kosuke Nakamura 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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