World Cup Japan vs Sweden [live planned]: Japan makes 3 changes to the starting lineup
W杯 日本×スウェーデン【速報予定】日本代表 先発3人入れ替え
Summary
At the 2026 North-Central American World Cup, world No. 18 Japan faces world No. 38 Sweden in its third and final group-stage match, with NHK providing live coverage. A win or a draw would secure Japan's place in the knockout round in second place or higher on its own merits. The starting lineup was announced, with Japan making three changes from the previous match. Coverage will track the simultaneous Netherlands-Tunisia match as well.
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