Houston, Texas, June 29 (Jiji Press)–Japan was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup after losing to Brazil 2-1 in Houston, Texas, on Monday. The Japanese men’s national soccer team, nicknamed Samurai Blue, fell short in its fifth attempt to secure its first knockout-stage victory at a World Cup. Japan took the lead in the first half through a goal by Kaishu Sano, who plays for German club Mainz, but Brazil equalized in the second half. Despite Japan’s defensive efforts, Brazil, a record five-time World Cup champion, scored the winning goal in the closing moments. Samurai Blue now has a record of one win, two draws and 12 losses against Brazil. END [Copyright The Jiji Press, Ltd.]
Japan Eliminated from World Cup with 2-1 Loss to Brazil
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