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JAPAN

2022’s Goliath killers look to become a giant

FIFA Ranking

#17

Team Nickname

Samurai Blue

WC26 Expectation

Quarterfinals

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TEAM OVERVIEW

Japan has reached the Round of 16 in three of their last four World Cups, a consistency that puts them among the tournament’s most reliable performers. After stunning victories over Germany and Spain in Qatar, this iteration of the Samurai Blue have proven they can beat anyone on their day.

Possessing Greatness


Japan builds attacks through quick, short passing combos and constant ball movement. They thrive on coordinated motion and possession maintenance. What sets them apart is their collective pressing, hunting in packs to win back possession through coordinated team pressure rather than individual brilliance.

Omotenashi in America


Samurai Blue supporter rituals throw open the window to Japan’s culture of “omotenashi” – selfless service and respect for shared spaces. Polite and respectful from kickoff to the final whistle, Japan fans are perhaps most famous for what they do after the match, sticking around at the stadium to help clean up their section.

Groomed for Greatness


Dubbed “the Japanese Messi” thanks to his brilliant playmaking ability, Takefusa Kubo has been groomed for the World Cup spotlight since Day One. Named the FC Barcelona Soccer Camp’s MVP at the ripe age of eight, he quickly became the youngest player to both debut and score in J.League history. His crafty and cerebral approach to the game is a perfect encapsulation of the Blue Samurai’s style – all substance, minimal flash.

An Academic Approach


Kaoru Mitoma actually wrote his university thesis on dribbling mechanics. Maybe that technical understanding is why he’s capable of such artistry out of the left wing slot, bringing an element of explosive genius to a team typically defined by coordinated precision. Can he shine in North America and elevate his status to that of Kubo?