Japan vs Sweden: Squads, Match Time, Preview, Lineups and Result | World Cup 2026
Japan face Sweden in World Cup 2026 Group F. This match page follows the official squads, match information, preview, lineup update, result tracker and group-table impact for one of the fixtures in the expanded tournament.
Match information
| Match | Japan vs Sweden |
|---|---|
| Date | June 25, 2026 |
| Group | F |
| Venue | Official venue and kick-off time to be updated from the match centre |
| Result | To be updated after the match |
Squads and players to watch
Japan: SUZUKI Zion, SUGAWARA Yukinari, TANIGUCHI Shogo.
Sweden: LINDELOF Victor, ISAK Alexander, SVANBERG Mattias.
Japan team guide and full squad · Sweden team guide and full squad
Match preview
Japan and Sweden arrive with different tactical profiles. The contest may be shaped by midfield control, transition speed, set-piece defending and the ability to manage pressure in a short group-stage campaign. The result area will be updated after full time.
Starting lineups
Official starting lineups will be updated when the teams confirm them before kick-off.
Group impact
The result will feed directly into the Group F standings and can influence qualification routes before the final matchday.
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