MATCH 74 · JUN 29 · NRG STADIUM
Brazil vs Japan
Brazil won 2-1 in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on JUN 29 · 17:00 UTC, at NRG Stadium, Houston, TX.
On World Cup pedigree, Brazil arrive as 5-time world champions, while Japan's best run is round of 16 (2002, 2010, 2018, 2022).
How did Brazil and Japan reach this match?
Brazil arrived here having played 3 matches at the tournament, most recently: drew Morocco 1-1, beat Haiti 3-0 and beat Scotland 3-0.
Japan arrived here having played 3 matches at the tournament, most recently: drew Netherlands 2-2, beat Tunisia 4-0 and drew Sweden 1-1.
Brazil went on to the round of 16, where they lost to Norway 1-2.
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Match details
| Competition | 2026 FIFA World Cup, Round of 32 |
|---|---|
| Kickoff (UTC) | JUN 29 · 17:00 UTC |
| Venue | NRG Stadium, Houston, TX |
| Match number | 74 of 104 |
The two teams
A round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup schedule.
Quick answers
- When and where was Brazil vs Japan?
- Brazil vs Japan was played JUN 29 · 17:00 UTC at NRG Stadium, Houston, TX, in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Brazil won 2-1.
- What round is Brazil vs Japan?
- The round of 32, which Brazil came through.
- Who won Brazil vs Japan?
- Brazil won 2-1, in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at NRG Stadium on JUN 29 · 17:00 UTC. The wheel above just replays the matchup at even chances.
Sources for Brazil vs Japan
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