Today in News History
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 1914, Babe Ruth makes his debut in Major League Baseball. In 1962, Fumiya Fujii, Japanese music artist was born. In 1982, The Italy National Football Team defeats West Germany at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to capture the 1982 FIFA World Cup. In 1987, Shigeaki Kato, Japanese singer was born. In 1989, Shimanoumi Koyo, Japanese sumo wrestler was born. In 1995, Yugoslav Wars: Srebrenica massacre begins; lasts until 22 July. In 2010, Spain defeats the Netherlands to win the 2010 FIFA World Cup in Johannesburg. In 2015, Satoru Iwata, Japanese game programmer and businessman (born 1959) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
Tokyo celebrates as Japan secures World Cup knockout spot
Soccer fans in Tokyo celebrated on Friday after Japan drew with Sweden in their final World Cup group stage match, sending both sides through to the knockout round. (AP video shot by: Alessandro Libri and Ayaka McGill) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home
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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.
Reuters
· Jun 26, 2026
Japan fans celebrate as Samurai Blue advance to World Cup last 32
Overjoyed fans in Tokyo celebrated as Japan booked a place in the last 32 of the World Cup after drawing 1-1 with Sweden, while there were ecstatic scenes outside the stadium in Texas too. #tokyo #japan #worldcup #football #soccer
Euronews
· Jun 26, 2026
Japan fans flood Shibuya as World Cup draw with Sweden sets up Brazil clash
Japan reach World Cup last 32 after 1-1 draw with Sweden on 26 June, prompting celebrations across Tokyo. , sparking huge celebrations in Tokyo’s Shibuya. They now face Brazil in the knockout stage.
GiveMeSport
· Jun 23, 2026
Why Japan Fans Clean Up the Stadium After Soccer Games
Japan are winning fans both on the field and in the stands at the 2026 World Cup...
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· Jun 29, 2026
¡El grito de gol hace eco hasta Tokio! Japón pone el primero en el marcador y los hinchas enloquecen
Los aficionados japoneses celebran con gran entusiasmo el gol de Sano que los hace soñar con un mundial histórico para los samuráis.
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Related coverage for "Tokyo celebrates as Japan secures World Cup knockout spot": 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 . Reuters — Japan fans celebrate as Samurai Blue advance to World Cup last 32. Euronews — Japan fans flood Shibuya as World Cup draw with Sweden sets up Brazil clash. GiveMeSport — Why Japan Fans Clean Up the Stadium After Soccer Games. NBC News — ¡El grito de gol hace eco hasta Tokio! Japón pone el primero en el marcador y los hinchas enloquecen