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FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan envoy backs Brazil for Round of 16 clash against Norway
New York [US], July 6 (ANI): Five-time champions Brazil will look to continue their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign when they take on Norway in a Round of 16 clash at MetLife Stadium on Sunday (local time), with Carlo Ancelotti's side aiming to move a step closer to a record-extending sixth world title.Ahead of the knockout encounter, Noguchi Yasushi, Japan's Ambassador to Brazil, expressed his support for the Sele
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Al Jazeera
· Jun 29, 2026
Brazil plays Japan at World Cup knockouts: Vinicius, prediction and lineups
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· Jun 29, 2026
Brazil vs. Japan Prediction, Odds, Picks For World Cup Match
Check out the odds for the Brazil vs. Japan Round of 32 matchup at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Namibian
· Jun 26, 2026
Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw
Japan will face Brazil in a World Cup last-32 clash after drawing 1-1 with Sweden on Thursday to send both teams through behind the Netherlands in Group F. A game in front of 70,000 in Texas burst into life in the second half, Daizen Maeda giving Japan the lead after the break before Anthony Elanga [] The post Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw appeared first on The Namibian.
The Eastern Herald
· Jun 29, 2026
Kubo Out, Ancelotti Unbothered, History in the Balance as Japan Face Brazil in Houston
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· Jun 26, 2026
👀 Brazil learn first World Cup knockout opponents
The Brazil National Team already knows who it will face in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32.Vini Jr., Matheus Cunha Co. will take on Japan in their first knockout match of the World Cup. Japan finish...
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Zico backs Brazil but says Japan are ready for any challenge ahead of knockout clash
Brasilia [Brazil], June 28 (ANI): Brazil are set to clash with Japan in their upcoming Round of 32 clash of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the Brazilian legend Arthur Antunes Coimbra, popularly known as Zico, said he will always support his homeland but admitted he would not be disappointed if Japan spring a surprise in their knockout clash, citing the deep bond his family shares with Japanese football.In a post sh
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