Group F Matchday 2 Friday, 12 June 2026 Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City

Sweden vs Japan

World Cup Head-to-Head History — all 0 previous encounters

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First-Ever World Cup Meeting

Sweden and Japan have never faced each other in a FIFA World Cup. This WC2026 Group F match will make history.

🧮 Sweden Qualification Scenarios → 🧮 Japan Qualification Scenarios →

Frequently Asked Questions

How many times have Sweden and Japan played in the World Cup?
Sweden and Japan have never met in World Cup history. This WC2026 match will be their first-ever World Cup encounter.
When do Sweden and Japan play at WC2026?
Sweden vs Japan is scheduled for Friday, 12 June 2026 (UTC). The match is a Group F fixture at Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. This is Matchday 2.
Who won the last meeting between Sweden and Japan in the World Cup?
They have no previous World Cup meetings. WC2026 will be their first encounter.