Thursday, June 25, 2026
Kickoff 18:00 local at AT&T Stadium, Dallas
Japan vs Sweden - Thursday, June 25, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 57
Thu, Jun 25
Date
18:00 local
Kickoff
Group Stage
Round
F
Group
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Match-day essentials - AT&T Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards or Apple/Google Pay only at all concessions and shops.
Best way to get there
Rideshare (most common)
Uber/Lyft from Dallas, Fort Worth, or DFW - $25-60 depending on origin. Designated drop-off zones outside the stadium.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Texas heat in June/July makes long outdoor lines brutal - hydrate and use sun protection while waiting.
Venue
Dallas, Texas - 92,967 capacity - Retractable roof
AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas hosts more World Cup matches than any other venue - 9 in total including a semi-final. Known as 'Jerry World' after Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, it is the largest of all 16 venues and contains the world's largest column-free interior space, large enough to fit the Statue of Liberty inside.
Address
1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011, USA
About This Match
Japan face Sweden in the Group Stage of Group F on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Japan are ranked #13 in the world and managed by Hajime Moriyasu; Sweden sit at #27 under Jon Dahl Tomasson. The match kicks off at 18:00 local time at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
Japan
Japan arrive at World Cup 2026 as Asia's form team, having won every match in their final Asian qualification round and consistently punching above their weight on the global stage. The Blue Samurai, under the experienced Hajime Moriyasu, famously beat both Germany and Spain at Qatar 2022 in what was one of the tournament's most shocking upsets. Group F places Japan alongside the Netherlands, Tunisia, and Sweden - a group where they can legitimately challenge for a top-two finish. With Premier League regulars like Kaoru Mitoma and Wataru Endo complementing domestic J-League stars, Japan's technical quality continues to grow with each World Cup cycle.
Read Japan preview →Sweden
Sweden return to the World Cup finals after missing out on Russia 2018, qualifying via the UEFA playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Former Denmark great Jon Dahl Tomasson has assembled a dangerous attacking squad featuring one of Europe's most lethal strike partnerships - Newcastle United's Alexander Isak and Sporting CP's prolific Viktor Gyökeres, one of the most in-form goalscorers in European football. Group F alongside the Netherlands, Japan, and Tunisia is competitive, but Sweden's attacking firepower makes them genuine second-place candidates. Sweden's best result remains the runner-up finish in 1958 on home soil, but this squad has the goals to make deep runs.
Read Sweden preview →Recent Form
Last results for Japan and Sweden in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Japan
W- May 31vs Iceland1-0
Sweden
DL- Jun 4vs Greece2-2
- Jun 1at Norway1-3
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Japan are the market favourite to win Group F.
Japan
Champion outright: 1.4%
Sweden
Champion outright: 0.6%
Where to Watch Japan vs Sweden
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Japan vs Sweden - FAQ
When is Japan vs Sweden in the 2026 World Cup?+
Japan vs Sweden is on Thursday, June 25, 2026 with kickoff at 18:00 local time at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
Where is Japan vs Sweden being played?+
The match is at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. Capacity 92,967, Retractable roof.
What round is Japan vs Sweden?+
It's a Group Stage (Group F) match - match number 57 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to AT&T Stadium for Japan vs Sweden?+
Rideshare (most common): Uber/Lyft from Dallas, Fort Worth, or DFW - $25-60 depending on origin. Designated drop-off zones outside the stadium.
What time should I arrive at AT&T Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Texas heat in June/July makes long outdoor lines brutal - hydrate and use sun protection while waiting.
What is Japan's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Japan is ranked #13 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Hajime Moriyasu. Their best World Cup result is Round of 16.
What is Sweden's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Sweden is ranked #27 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Jon Dahl Tomasson. Their best World Cup result is Runner-up.