Japan vs Sweden Highlights | 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Review
Japan and Sweden advanced to the World Cup knockout stage after playing out a hard-fought 1-1 draw at Dallas Stadium. After a cagey, scoreless first half, Daizen Maeda opened the scoring for the Samurai Blue in the 56th minute, which was quickly cancelled out by a brilliant 62nd-minute strike from Sweden's Anthony Elanga. The single point ensures the Netherlands wins Group F, while Japan finishes second to book a Round of 32 clash against Brazil.
Key Match Timeline
- 22nd Minute: Daizen Maeda headers a close-range effort narrowly over the crossbar for the half's best chance.
- 45+1 Minute: Sweden goalkeeper Jacob Zetterström makes a brilliant reflex save to tip a clever Keito Nakamura shot around the post.
- 56th Minute (GOAL!): Japan breaks the deadlock through an intricate team sequence on the edge of the area, allowing Maeda to slide a smart finish into the corner.
- 62nd Minute (GOAL!): Sweden equalizes almost immediately as Anthony Elanga cuts inside and unleashes a ferocious, curling 20-yard strike past Zion Suzuki.
- 65th Minute: Alexander Isak breaks loose for Sweden, but Suzuki denies the low effort to preserve the draw.
- 90+3 Minute: Suzuki denies Elanga in stoppage time before an Isak header crashes off the crossbar from the subsequent corner.
Team Statistics
| Statistic [4, 7, 8, 9] | Japan | Sweden |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 1 | 1 |
| Possession | 51% | 49% |
| Shots (On Target) | 8 (3) | 10 (5) |
| Fouls Committed | 20 | 11 |
| Goalkeeper Saves | 4 | 2 |
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