Group Stage · Group F

Japan vs Sweden

Thursday, June 25, 2026 · 23:00 UTC · AT&T Stadium, Dallas

JPN

Japan

Samurai Blue
FIFA Ranking#14
CoachHajime Moriyasu
Key PlayerTakefusa Kubo
WC Appearances7
Best FinishRound of 16 (2002, 2010, 2018, 2022)
ExpectationsDark Horse

Japan beat both Germany and Spain in 2022 and are no longer underdogs. Their European-based stars make them genuine contenders for a quarter-final breakthrough.

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SWE

Sweden

Blågult (Blue-Yellow)
FIFA Ranking#25
CoachJon Dahl Tomasson
Key PlayerAlexander Isak
WC Appearances12
Best FinishRunners-up (1958)
ExpectationsCompetitive

Sweden return after missing 2022, bringing 12 World Cup campaigns worth of pedigree. Alexander Isak leads a new generation into a tough Group F.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

JapanFIFA RankingSweden
#14 - #25
JapanWC AppearancesSweden
7 - 12

Group F Context

Japan shocked Germany and Spain in 2022. The Dutch, under van Gaal's legacy, are built to go further.

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Venue

AT&T Stadium

Arlington, TX, USA · Capacity: 80,000

Jerry's World - featuring the world's largest column-free interior and a retractable roof. The 160x72 foot video board is impossible to miss.

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Fan Guide: Dallas

Top Spots

Trinity Hall · Pub

Irish pub shipped from Ireland. Great match atmosphere.

The Londoner · Pub

British pub mini-chain, good for Premier League

Henderson Tap House · Sports Bar

Craft beer and big screens

Terry Black's BBQ · Restaurant

Austin-style BBQ brought to Dallas. Legendary.

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Other Group F Matches

Netherlands vs JapanJun 14 · DallasSweden vs TunisiaJun 15 · MonterreyTunisia vs JapanJun 20 · MonterreyNetherlands vs SwedenJun 20 · HoustonTunisia vs NetherlandsJun 25 · Kansas City

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