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On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1599, Chōsokabe Motochika, Japanese daimyō (born 1539) passed away. In 1628, Tokugawa Mitsukuni, Japanese daimyō (died 1701) was born. In 1904, Niño Ricardo, Spanish guitarist and composer (died 1972) was born. In 1958, Hugo Sánchez, Mexican footballer, coach, and manager was born. In 1971, Scott Muller, Australian cricketer was born. In 1971, Pedro Rodríguez, Mexican racing driver (born 1940) passed away. In 1976, Eduardo Nájera, Mexican-American basketball player and coach was born. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1989, Shimanoumi Koyo, Japanese sumo wrestler was born. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
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.
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Sada Elbalad
· Jun 26, 2026
Japan Hold Sweden to Seal Round of 32 Qualification
Japan booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after earning a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Sweden in their final Group E fixture at Kansas City Stadium on Friday.
The Japan Times
· Jun 22, 2026
Japan’s World Cup picture comes into focus after rout of Tunisia
Japan can book its place in the knockout round with a win over Sweden.
101GREATGOALS.COM
· Jun 26, 2026
Japan 1-1 Sweden – Both sides through after tepid draw
Japan will now face Brazil in the last 32
The Eastern Herald
· Jun 29, 2026
Kubo Out, Ancelotti Unbothered, History in the Balance as Japan Face Brazil in Houston
Japan face Brazil in the World Cup Round of 32 at NRG Stadium in Houston on Monday without injured star Takefusa Kubo, carrying a 3-2 friendly win over Brazil from October 2025 and chasing a first knockout-stage win in five World Cup appearances.
Liverpool.com
· Jun 26, 2026
Alexander Isak 'scolds' teammate after confusion over World Cup result
Sweden drew 1-1 with Japan in the World Cup on Friday morning, with both sides qualifying for the knockout stages, but Newcastle United's Anthony Elanga was unaware of Sweden's qualification scenario
UrduPoint
· Jun 29, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil beat Japan to qualify to Round of 16
FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil beat Japan to qualify to Round of 16
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Related coverage for "Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw": Sada Elbalad — Japan Hold Sweden to Seal Round of 32 Qualification. The Japan Times — Japan’s World Cup picture comes into focus after rout of Tunisia . 101GREATGOALS.COM — Japan 1-1 Sweden – Both sides through after tepid draw. The Eastern Herald — Kubo Out, Ancelotti Unbothered, History in the Balance as Japan Face Brazil in Houston. Liverpool.com — Alexander Isak 'scolds' teammate after confusion over World Cup result. UrduPoint — FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil beat Japan to qualify to Round of 16