Japan vs Wales Preview & Prediction | 2026 Men’s FIH Hockey World Cup | Classification Round
by Alex Sarwar ·
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Japan and Wales square off in the final set of classification round games.
Kick-off date/time:
How to watch on TV: UK – not televised / USA – USA’s matches will be televised live on CBS
How to watch online: UK – British home nation matches can be streamed live for free on Channel 4 Sport YouTube, while all matches can be streamed live on FIH Watch.Hockey / USA – USA’s matches can be streamed live on CBS digital platforms, while all matches can be streamed live on FIH Watch.Hockey
Japan vs Wales prediction
Japan and Wales were both beaten last time out with neither defence able to prevent their respective opponents from finding success in front of goal. Japan held their own in a thriller but were beaten 4-3 by Pakistan, whilst Wales were thrashed 7-2 at the hands of New Zealand despite twice taking the lead.
The fitness levels of Wales compared to their opponents have been low, which was emphasised in that New Zealand game as they ran out of gas and began to leak goals. This is why Japan has an advantage and they’ve also been significantly better defensively, so back that to prove the foundation for a Japanese victory.
Japan vs Wales tip: Japan to win
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