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Japan secured a spot in the knockout stage after a 1-1 draw with Sweden on June 26. The result set up a last-32 match against Brazil in Houston.
EuronewsJapan advanced to the World Cup knockout stage after a 1-1 draw with Sweden on June 26 in Arlington, Texas. The result sent both teams into the last 32, with Japan finishing second in Group F. Japan took the lead through a goal by Daizen Maeda. Sweden equalized six minutes later with a goal from Anthony Elanga.
Supporters packed sports bars and public viewing areas before flooding the famous Shibuya Crossing after the final whistle. Fans waved flags and chanted as police monitored the large crowds. The celebrations followed Japan's qualification and the announcement of a last-32 meeting with Brazil.
The draw extended Japan's consistent World Cup record, marking a third consecutive appearance in the knockout stage. It is the team's fifth qualification from seven tournaments since reaching the last 16 as co-hosts in 2002. Supporters praised the team's defensive resilience after a difficult second half and expressed confidence ahead of the match against Brazil in Houston on Monday.
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The Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1 in Kansas City to finish first in World Cup Group F. Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in Dallas, sending both teams into the knockout stage.
France 24Nicolas Pepe scored both goals in the Group E match in Philadelphia on June 25. Ivory Coast finished second in the group with six points and will play a Group I team on June 30.
Al JazeeraAustralia secured second place in Group D with a scoreless draw against Paraguay at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. The result leaves Paraguay awaiting other results to determine if it advances as one of the best third-placed teams.