How to watch today's Japan vs France U20 World Cup game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Japan U20face France U20 in the FIFA U20 World Cup Round of 16 at Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, Santiago, Chile on Wednesday.

Japan swept Group A with a flawless record—three wins, zero goals conceded, and a seven-goal tally. 

France advanced from Group E as one of the best third-place finishers, having endured a tough group stage. 

Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.

How to watch Japan U20 vs France U20 online - TV channels & live streams

	Fubo	Watch here
	Fox Soccer Plus	Watch here

The match will be shown live on Fubo and FOX Soccer Plus in the US. Live updates can be found here on GOAL.

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Japan U20 vs France U20 kick-off time

World Cup U20 - Final Stage

The match will be played at Nacional Julio Martínez Prádanos, Santiago, Chile on Wednesday, with kick-off at 7 pm ET for fans in the US. 

Team news & squads

Japan U20 team news

Japan's performances so far are highlighted by standout performances from Ichihara (2 goals), Ishii (2 goals, 1 assist), and Yokoyama. Japan enter as one of only two perfect group stage teams alongside Argentina, and their disciplined, organized style has impressed throughout the tournament.

France U20 team news

Their promising forward Michel and creative midfielder Bermont are expected to lead a lineup aiming to rediscover attacking rhythm after group losses to USA and South Africa but a crucial win over New Caledonia.

France have struggled defensively but still carry individual quality.

Form

Head-to-Head Record

JPN

Last 4 matches

FRA

1

Win

0

Draws

3

Wins

• France U20

  4

  -

  1

  Japan U20

• France U20

  1

  -

  2

  Japan U20

• France U20

  5

  -

  1

  Japan U20

• France U20

  2

  -

  1

  Japan U20

5

Goals scored

12

Games over 2.5 goals

4/4

Both teams scored

4/4

Standings

Useful links

• Latest betting updates
• World Cup U20 news
• Japan U20 team page
• France U20 team page
• Soccer on TV in the US
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