Japan
FIFA World Cup 2026 · Group F
Japan
The Samurai Blue have been Asia's dominant force, reaching the Round of 16 four times. Their combination of technical skill and tactical discipline makes them dangerous. · Coach: Hajime Moriyasu
#17
FIFA Rank
0
WC Titles
4
Matches
F
Group

Squad

Goalkeepers (3)
Keisuke Ōsako1999
Zion Suzuki2002
Tomoki Hayakawa1999
Defenders (9)
Yūto Nagatomo1986
Takehiro Tomiyasu1998
Hiroki Ito1999
Yukinari Sugawara2000
Ko Itakura1997
Shogo Taniguchi1991
Ayumu Seko2000
Tsuyoshi Watanabe1997
Junnosuke Suzuki2003
Midfielders (7)
Wataru Endō1993
Daichi Kamada1996
Takefusa Kubo2001
Keito Nakamura2000
Ao Tanaka1998
Kaishu Sano2000
Yuito Suzuki2001
Forwards (7)
Ritsu Doan1998
Daizen Maeda1997
Koki Ogawa1997
Junya Ito1993
Ayase Ueda1998
Kento Shiogai2005
Keisuke Goto2005

Watch Japan at the 2026 World Cup Online Free

FIFA Rank: #17. Coach: Hajime Moriyasu. The 2026 World Cup runs June 11 – July 19 in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

About Japan

The Samurai Blue have been Asia's dominant force, reaching the Round of 16 four times. Their combination of technical skill and tactical discipline makes them dangerous. FIFA Rank: #17. Coach: Hajime Moriyasu.

Where to Watch Japan Matches Online Free

Watch every Japan match at WC 2026 live and free — click Watch next to any fixture above. HD quality, no registration, works on PC, iPhone (Safari), Android (Chrome), and Smart TV.

Japan in Group F — WC 2026

In the group stage, Japan plays against Netherlands, Sweden, Tunisia. The top two teams plus the 8 best third-placed sides advance to the Round of 32. See all Group F matches and standings →

Live Broadcasts of Japan — Schedule and Kick-off Times

All Japan match dates, times (CET, UTC+2) and venues are listed above. Follow the full WC 2026 schedule for real-time updates. The countdown timer on each match page shows exactly when kick-off begins.

Japan Squad at WC 2026

Official 26-man squad lists must be submitted to FIFA by early June 2026. Once the Japan squad is confirmed, this page updates automatically.

World Cup History

Japan is one of world football's rising powers, having shocked Germany and Spain at the 2022 World Cup to emerge from a group of death. The Blue Samurai are no longer a curiosity — they are a structured, high-quality side.

Mitoma, Doan, and Kubo have become important figures at Bundesliga, Premier League, and La Liga clubs. High pressing and unpredictable attacking play have made Japan a genuine threat. Reaching the quarter-finals at the 2026 World Cup is an entirely realistic goal.

FAQ: Japan at WC 2026

How to watch Japan at WC 2026 free? Click Watch above — HD, no account needed.

Which group is Japan in? Group F, alongside Netherlands, Sweden, Tunisia.

When does Japan play? All dates and times are in the schedule above.

Where are Japan matches held? At WC 2026 venues in the USA, Mexico and Canada.