Japan starts Bundesliga trio against Brazil in World Cup knockout match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 3:41 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Japan faces Brazil in the Round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup in Houston. Brazil, the five-time champions, finished top of their group. Starting for Japan are Hiroki Itō, Kaishu Sano, and captain Ritsu Doan, all from the Bundesliga. Matheus Cunha leads the Brazilian attack after scoring three goals in the group stage. The match remains ongoing.
- •Match taking place in Houston as part of the 2026 World Cup.
- •Brazil finished top of their group and includes Matheus Cunha.
- •Japan's starting lineup features three Bundesliga players.
- •Ritsu Doan serves as captain for Japan in this match.
- •Match currently in progress with no final result announced.
- 3:41 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Bundesliga trio start for Japan against Cunha’s Brazil
"Five-time winners Brazil face Japan in the second Round of 32 fixture at the 2026 World Cup. Carlo Ancelotti’s men finished top of their group, with former Hertha BSC and RB Leipzig attacker Matheus...
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