Match Report
Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in the World Cup, Group Stage. Before the match, Japan were 2nd in the World Cup table with Sweden in 3rd. Their only previous encounter (since 2026) ended in a draw. Japan's goals came from Daizen Maeda (56'); Sweden scored through Anthony Elanga (62'). Match stats: possession 52%-48%, shots 8-11, on target 3-5, corners 2-8. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
Japan and Sweden go head to head at Dallas Stadium in the World Cup.
The standings read 2nd (Japan, 5 points) against 3rd (Sweden, 4 points).
The two clubs have crossed paths 1 time since 2026: Japan have won 0, Sweden 0, and 1 has ended level.
At full time the scoreboard showed 1-1, a share of the points.
Goal scorers
Japan: Daizen Maeda (56') · Sweden: Anthony Elanga (62')
Key stats
Possession: Japan 52% · Sweden 48% · Total shots: 8-11 · On target: 3-5 · Corners: 2-8