Japan fans flood Shibuya as World Cup draw with Sweden sets up Brazil clash
Japan drew 1-1 with Sweden in their group-stage match, securing second place in Group F. The result advances Japan to the round of 32 where they will face Brazil in Houston. Fans celebrated the draw by gathering at Tokyo’s Shibuya Crossing, waving flags and chanting.
- ▪Daizen Maeda scored first for Japan before Anthony Elanga equalised six minutes later.
- ▪The match was played in Arlington, Texas.
- ▪The draw guarantees Japan’s third consecutive knockout-stage appearance and its fifth qualification out of seven World Cups.
- ▪Police monitored large crowds as supporters filled Shibuya Crossing and sports bars after the final whistle.
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