The Brazil national team starts their journey in the World Cup 2026 knockout stage this Monday (29/6), against Japan, in a match that can serve as revenge for the Brazilians.

What happened?

The last match between the teams occurred in October 2025, when Japan won 3-2.

Teams' history

The history between the teams is 16 matches, with 13 Brazilian wins, two draws and only one loss.

Possible lineup

Of the starting players who played in the last match, four of them are likely to start playing the round of 16 match, they are: Bruno Guimarães, Casemiro and Paquetá; and Vini Jr.

PlayerPosition
AlissonGoalkeeper
DaniloDefender
MarquinhosDefender
Gabriel MagalhãesDefender
Douglas SantosDefender

Recent results

The Brazil national team comes from a 1-1 draw against Tunisia on November 18, 2025. Recent form (last 4 games): 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss. Injured player: Raphinha.

Next match

The match against Japan will be at 2 pm (Brasília time), at the NRG Stadium, in Houston, United States. The winner of the match will face the winner of the match between Ivory Coast and Norway.