Japan vs Sweden Result: Japan 1–1 Sweden — World Cup 2026 Matchday 3
Quick answer: Japan 1–1 Sweden at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on June 25, 2026 — Group F, Match 57. Scorers: Japan: Daizen Maeda (56'). Sweden: Anthony Elanga (62').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Japan 1–1 Sweden |
| Group | F |
| Match | #57 (Matchday 3) |
| Date | June 25, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 20:00 |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| Stage | Group stage — Matchday 3 |
| Goal scorers | Japan: Daizen Maeda 56'; Sweden: Anthony Elanga 62' |
Goal Scorers
- 56'Daizen Maeda
- 62'Anthony Elanga
Match Summary
Japan and Sweden played out a 1-1 draw at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Daizen Maeda put Japan ahead before Anthony Elanga equalised six minutes later as Group F stayed wide open.
Player of the match: Daizen Maeda.
Key Moments
- Both sides tested each other early without finding the net.
- Daizen Maeda gave Japan the lead in the 56th minute.
- Anthony Elanga equalised for Sweden in the 62nd minute.
- Neither team could find a winner in a tense closing spell.
Group F Standings After Matchday 3
Japan and Sweden move to two points each in Group F. Netherlands lead the group on six points after beating Tunisia earlier on the same day.
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What This Means for Japan & Sweden
Japan share the points from Matchday 3. Sweden also earn a point.
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What's Next — Matchday 3
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Japan | Full schedule — Group F |
| Sweden | Full schedule — Group F |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Japan vs Sweden score at World Cup 2026?
Japan 1–1 Sweden — played at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on June 25, 2026 (Group F, Matchday 3).
Who won Japan vs Sweden World Cup 2026?
The match ended in a 1–1 draw.
Where was Japan vs Sweden played?
AT&T Stadium, Arlington — kickoff 20:00 local time.
What group is Japan vs Sweden in?
Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How does this result affect Group F?
Japan and Sweden move to two points each in Group F. Netherlands lead the group on six points after beating Tunisia earlier on the same day.
Who scored in Japan vs Sweden?
Japan: Daizen Maeda 56'. Sweden: Anthony Elanga 62'.