Japan national soccer team trains in Nashville ahead of World Cup
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 10:03 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Japan national soccer team arrived in Nashville on June 8 and will use Nashville SC's training facilities during the World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19. An open training session at Geodis Park included a welcome from local officials and a performance, though no competitive play was observed. Japan, currently ranked No. 18 by FIFA, is in Group F alongside the Netherlands, Sweden, and Tunisia, with matches scheduled for June 14, June 20, and June 25. Japan seeks to advance beyond the round of 16 for the first time in World Cup history after close calls in previous tournaments.
- •Japan will train in Nashville throughout the World Cup.
- •The team held an open training session attended by local supporters.
- •Japan is in Group F with the Netherlands, Sweden, and Tunisia.
- •Key players include Takefusa Kubo and Wataru Endo.
- •Maya Yoshida serves as a support player during the tournament.
- 10:03 AMYahoo Sports — Japan national soccer team arrives, calls Nashville home during World Cup
"The Japan national soccer team is making Nashville its home base during the World Cup and will be using Nashville SC's training facilities.
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