Five-time champions Brazil will take on Japan in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The match was confirmed after Japan drew 1–1 with Sweden to finish second in Group F, behind the Netherlands.
Brazil previously topped Group C with two wins and a draw. Morocco, which came second behind Brazil, will now face the Netherlands.
When and where will the Brazil vs Japan Round of 32 match take place?
The Brazil-Japan Round of 32 match will take place at Houston Stadium in Houston on June 29, with kick-off at 10:30 PM IST.
Brazil and Japan faced off in an international friendly match in October 2025, with the Asian side triumphing 3-2.
Published on June 26, 2026
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