Despite having one of the trickiest groups on paper, Japan successfully reached the knockout stages for a third successive World Cup tournament and demand to see the surging Samurai Blue in action continues to grow.
Following their epic encounter with the Netherlands, where the Asian outfit came from behind on two occasions to grab a point, Hajime Moriyasu's men thumped four goals past Tunisia without reply to clinch qualification and then drew with Sweden to seal second spot in the group.
Japan now head to NRG Stadium in Houston this Monday (June 29) for their toughest test to date, a Round of 32 knockout clash with 5-time World Cup champions, Brazil.
Let GOAL help guide you through all the latest World Cup 2026 ticket information, including how you can secure seats for Japan's upcoming matches and what prices you can expect to pay.
Japan World Cup 2026 fixtures
| Date | Fixture (local KO time) | Venue | Final Score / Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, June 14 | Netherlands vs Japan (3pm CDT) | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | 2-2 |
| Saturday, June 20 | Tunisia vs Japan (10pm CST) | Estadio BBVA, Guadalupe | Japan won 4-0 |
| Thursday, June 25 | Japan vs Sweden (6pm CDT) | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | 1-1 |
| Monday, June 29 | Brazil vs Sweden (12pm CDT) | NRG Stadium, Houston | Tickets |
How to buy Japan World Cup tickets
Here is the current status of ticket sales:
- Last-Minute Sales Phase: This phase is currently live and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Unlike the lotteries, these are real-time transactions. This is the final window to buy directly from FIFA.
- Official FIFA Resale Marketplace: This is the only authorized platform for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at face value. It will remain open until the end of the tournament.
- Secondary Marketplaces: Fans can also find tickets on platforms like StubHub. These are often the best options for high-demand knockout games, though prices may vary from face value. Always check the T&Cs of the secondary site before purchasing.
How much are Japan World Cup tickets?
FIFA has implemented variable pricing for the 2026 tournament. Tickets for the Group Stage started from as low as $60 (for specific Supporter Tiers), while prices for the Final can reach up to $6,730.
Below are the estimated price ranges for the current tournament phases:
| Category | Group Stage | Round of 32 - Quarters | Semis & Final |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | $250 - $400 | $600 - $1,200 | $1,500 - $6,730 |
| Category 2 | $150 - $280 | $400 - $800 | $1,000 - $4,210 |
| Category 3 | $100 - $200 | $200 - $500 | $600 - $2,790 |
| Category 4 | $60 - $120 | $150 - $350 | $400 - $2,030 |
Who is in the Japan World Cup 2026 Squad?
Here is the official 26-player roster representing Japan in North America:
| Position | Player | Current Club |
| Goalkeepers | Zion Suzuki | Parma |
| Keisuke Osako | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | |
| Tomoki Hayakawa | Kashima Antlers | |
| Defenders | Takehiro Tomiyasu | Ajax |
| Ko Itakura | Ajax | |
| Hiroki Ito | Bayern Munich | |
| Yukinari Sugawara | Werder Bremen | |
| Shogo Taniguchi | Sint-Truiden | |
| Tsuyoshi Watanabe | Feyenoord | |
| Ayumu Seko | Le Havre | |
| Junnosuke Suzuki | Copenhagen | |
| Yuto Nagatomo | FC Tokyo | |
| Midfielders | Wataru Endo | Liverpool |
| Takefusa Kubo | Real Sociedad | |
| Ritsu Doan | Eintracht Frankfurt | |
| Daichi Kamada | Crystal Palace | |
| Ao Tanaka | Leeds United | |
| Junya Ito | Genk | |
| Keito Nakamura | Reims | |
| Kaishu Sano | Mainz 05 | |
| Forwards | Kento Shiogai | VfL Wolfsburg |
| Ayase Ueda | Feyenoord | |
| Daizen Maeda | Celtic | |
| Koki Ogawa | NEC Nijmegen | |
| Yuito Suzuki | SC Freiburg | |
| Keisuke Goto | Sint-Truiden |
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
Back in June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States). Check out those cities and the stadiums that will be used as venues below:
| Country | Stadium (City) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 48,821 |
| BMO Field (Toronto) | 44,315 | |
| Mexico | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) | 72,766 |
| Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 44,330 | |
| Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 50,113 | |
| United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 67,382 |
| Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) | 63,815 | |
| AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 70,122 | |
| NRG Stadium (Houston) | 68,311 | |
| Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 67,513 | |
| SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | 69,650 | |
| Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens) | 64,091 | |
| MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | 78,576 | |
| Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia) | 65,827 | |
| Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara) | 69,391 | |
| Lumen Field (Seattle) | 65,123 |