Japan vs Brazil Preview & Prediction | 2026 International Friendly
by Alex Lawes ·
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These two met in the round of 32 at FIFA World Cup 2026 with Brazil dramatically coming from behind to snatch a late victory against the Japanese in Houston.
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How to watch on TV & online: UK – Not televised & cannot be streamed / USA – Not televised & cannot be streamed
Japan vs Brazil prediction
Japan performed really well at FIFA World Cup 2026 and remain a developing footballing force but the Samurai Blue did lack key men in the summer such as Wataru Endo, Takumi Minamino and Kaoru Mitoma. The Japanese have enjoyed three wins and a draw against Ecuador, winning on penalties, since the FIFA World Cup.
Five-time world champions Brazil hammered India by four goals to nil last month after unconvincing performances against Australia in which they drew 1-1 but then won 4-2 against The Socceroos. Carlo Ancelotti has been under pressure for a while with the Selecao underperforming throughout his reign, as shown by a disappointing round of 16 exit to Norway at the FIFA World Cup.
The Japanese are one of the stronger coming forces in international football and will take the game to Brazil and they perhaps will be the value bet for this one.
Japan vs Brazil tip: Double chance – Japan to win or draw & both teams to score
