Time for revenge: Pre-match statistics for Japan vs. Sweden at the 2026 World Cup today.
On 25 June 2026, the pre-match statistics for the final Group F match at the 2026 World Cup between Japan and Sweden were released. The game will take place tonight, corresponding to 06:00 AM on 26 June Thailand time.
Before the match, Japan has 4 points from a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands and a 4-0 win over Tunisia, holding second place in Group F. Sweden has 3 points from a 5-1 victory against Tunisia before losing 1-5 to the Netherlands, placing third in the group.
In their previous five encounters, Japan trails Sweden, with the "Samurai Blue" winning only once since the 1936 Olympic Games. The teams have drawn twice, and Sweden has won twice (including shootout victories).
However, comparing recent form, Japan is unbeaten in nine straight matches (7 wins, 2 draws), including friendly wins over Brazil (3-2) and England (1-0). Sweden has played six matches this year, winning 3, drawing 1, and losing 2, making this a chance for Japan to take revenge against Sweden.
4 August 1936: Japan 3-2 Sweden (Olympic Games).
10 June 1995: Japan 2-2 Sweden (Umbro Cup).
22 February 1996: Japan 1-1 Sweden (Carlsberg Cup) *Sweden won on penalties 6-5.
13 February 1997: Japan 0-1 Sweden (King's Cup).
24 May 2002: Japan 1-1 Sweden (Friendly match).
