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World Cup

Brazil vs Japan Prediction — 29.06.2026

John Kane Football Edge Director

Brazil

WWD

June 29, 2026

17:00

World Cup

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

Japan

DWD

1 1.70

X 3.60

2 4.90

1 1.73

X 3.50

2 4.80

1 1.73

X 3.60

2 5.25

1 1.74

X 3.74

2 5.30

H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

0% 3 Wins

0% 0 Draws

0% 1 Wins

Total games 4

Total Goals Avg 3.25

Both teams scored 50%

2.25 Total average 1.00

1.00 Yellow cards 1.00

Last 4 matches

14.10.2025 Friendlies

Japan

Brazil

3 0 3 2 2 0

— —

4 2

1 1

0 0

06.06.2022 Friendlies

Japan

Brazil

0 0 0 1 0 1

— —

0 0

10.11.2017 Friendlies

Japan

Brazil

1 0 1 3 3 0

— —

0 0

15.06.2013 Confederati…

Brazil

Japan

3 1 2 0 0 0

— —

0 0

Where Can You Place Bets on Brazil vs Japan?

Brazil

Team Overview

In their latest World Cup match, Brazil faced Scotland and secured a convincing 3-0 victory. The match, held away, showcased Brazil's attacking prowess while maintaining a solid defensive performance.

Match statistics (Scotland vs Brazil):

Possession: 46% – 54%
Corners: 7 – 6
Fouls: 10 – 11
Yellow cards: 1 – 2
Shots on target: 5 – 9

Japan

Team Overview

Japan played to a 1-1 draw against Sweden in their most recent World Cup encounter. This match, held at home, saw Japan struggle to convert possession into goals, ultimately sharing the points.

Match statistics (Japan vs Sweden):

Possession: 52% – 48%
Corners: 2 – 8
Fouls: 20 – 11
Yellow cards: 1 – 2
Shots on target: 3 – 5

Teams Form Analysis

Brazil has shown a strong form in their last three matches, winning two and drawing one, scoring a total of 7 goals while conceding only 1. This gives them an impressive average of 2.33 goals per game and a solid defensive record. Japan, on the other hand, has also performed well, winning two of their last three matches, scoring 7 goals and conceding 3, which translates to an average of 2.33 goals per game as well. Both teams are in good form heading into this match.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their head-to-head encounters, Brazil has a dominant record against Japan, winning 3 out of 4 matches. The average goals per game in these encounters is 3.25, indicating a tendency for high-scoring matches. Brazil's recent matches have seen them maintain a high possession rate, averaging around 67%, while Japan's possession has been lower at approximately 33%. This disparity could play a crucial role in dictating the flow of the game.

Brazil — Japan Prediction

Exact Score: 3 – 1
1st Half: 2 – 0
Goals (Total): 3 – 1
Corners: 6 – 2
Fouls: 10 – 10
Yellow Cards: 1 – 1
Shots on target: 8 – 3
Offsides: 2 – 2
Possession: 67% – 33%

Brazil is expected to dominate possession and create more goal-scoring opportunities, utilizing their attacking prowess. Japan will likely adopt a counter-attacking strategy, aiming to exploit any defensive lapses from Brazil. The match could see Brazil pushing forward aggressively, while Japan will need to remain disciplined defensively to withstand the pressure.

3 Reasons Why Brazil Will Win

Head-to-Head Dominance: Brazil has won 3 out of 4 previous encounters against Japan, showcasing their ability to outperform them historically.
Recent Form: Both teams are in good form, but Brazil's recent matches have shown a stronger defensive record, conceding only 1 goal in their last 3 games.
Possession Control: Brazil's average possession of 67% indicates their ability to control the game, which is crucial in high-stakes matches.