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Japan takes nothing for granted despite the statistics

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Japan takes nothing for granted despite the statistics

Wed 24 Jun 2026 22:52 CEST

Japan has not lost to European opponents in eight years. One of the World Cup's big outsiders is still taking nothing for granted against Sweden

Potter says Japan is one of the most well-functioning teams at international level

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Potter says Japan is one of the most well-functioning teams at international level

Tue 23 Jun 2026 05:31 CEST

Through Graham Potter's eyes: On one edge of the World Cup football universe is Hajime Moriyasu and his Japan, on the other are Potter and Sweden. Japan is one of the most well-functioning teams I have seen at the international level, Potter says

Shock for the Netherlands - Japan stole points

Shock for the Netherlands - Japan stole points

Sun 14 Jun 2026 23:56 CEST

The Netherlands - the big favorite in Sweden's World Cup group - were on their way to three points when Japan shocked the Dutch in the 89th minute and salvaged a point with a 2-2 draw in Dallas.

Japan Secures Spot as First Team in 2026 World Championship

Japan Secures Spot as First Team in 2026 World Championship

Thu 20 Mar 2025 18:21 CET

Japan is the first team to qualify for the World Championship 2026. This after the victory over Bahrain, 2–0, in the Asian World Championship qualifiers