GROUP F • 2026 FINALS
Japan
FIFA World Ranking: #12
Squad Value: Premium
Match Schedule
Jun
14
@
Netherlands
16:00
ET KICKOFF
FOX
Telemundo
AT&T Stadium, Dallas
Group Stage • Match #11
Jun
20
@
Tunisia
23:59
ET KICKOFF
FOX
Telemundo
Estadio BBVA, Monterrey
Group Stage • Match #36
Jun
25
VS
?
TBD19:00
ET KICKOFF
FOX
Telemundo
AT&T Stadium, Dallas
Group Stage • Match #57
Road to Glory: Japan
As Japan prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on home soil/North American grounds, the stakes have never been higher. Competing in Group F, they face a strategic marathon across the three host nations. With a revamped 48-team format, every goal and point matters in the quest for a Round of 32 spot.
Squad Depth & Strategy
The tactical evolution of Japan has been a focal point for analysts heading into 2026. Focusing on high-intensity transitions and exploiting the home-field advantage (where applicable), the squad aims to leverage its "Golden Generation" of talent currently competing in top-flight European leagues.
Broadcast Info
Every match featuring Japan will be broadcast live across the United States on FOX and FS1, with Spanish-language coverage on Telemundo and Peacock.