Win or go home. Brazil and Japan clash in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup on 29/06 (Monday) at , 18:00 UK time.
With so much on the line, the prediction below highlights the strongest bet for this elimination tie.
Read our Brazil vs Japan prediction before staking your money.
Brazil vs Japan prediction for the 2026 World Cup
It is do or die. That is exactly why the prediction below zeroes in on the strongest bet for this knockout World Cup tie.
Here is our pick:
2nd Half Brazil Win
Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, Brazil is tipped to come out on top, with 53% of the odds leaning towards their win.
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Brazil hold the head-to-head edge
Brazil comes out ahead in the record against Japan.
Across 4 meeting(s), the breakdown reads:
Brazil: 3 win(s)
Japan: 1 win(s)
Draws: 0
At the 2026 World Cup, that head-to-head edge is one more thing to factor into the Brazil vs Japan prediction.
Brazil at the 2026 World Cup
Brazil arrive having already played 3 match(es) at the 2026 World Cup. Here is the record for Brazil National Team:
At the World Cup:
2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
2.33 point(s) per game on average
7 goals scored at the World Cup (2.33 per game)
1 goals conceded at the World Cup (0.33 per game)
Brazil National Team in 2026
13 win(s), 5 draw(s) and 7 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Raphinha with 5 goal(s)
Most assists: Neymar with 3
Japan at the 2026 World Cup
Japan go into this tie with 3 match(es) already behind them at the 2026 World Cup.
Here is what Japan National Team have managed so far:
At the World Cup
1 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
1.67 point(s) per game on average
7 goals scored at the World Cup (2.33 per game)
3 goals conceded at the World Cup (1 per game)
Japan National Team in 2026
17 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 1 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Ayase Ueda with 8 goal(s)
Most assists: Junya Ito with 10
Brazil vs Japan statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
Brazil
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D W W |
2.6 |
| Home | W D W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | W L W L D |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 50% | 100% |
| Goals | 2.67 | 2.5 | 3 |
| Scored | 2.33 | 2 | 3 |
| Conceded | 0.33 | 0.5 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 50% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 67% | 50% | 100% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 50% | 100% |
|
xG
|
1.59 | 1.26 | 2.25 |
|
xGA
|
1.28 | 1.17 | 1.51 |
Japan
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W D W W |
2.2 |
| Home | D W W W W |
2.6 |
| Away | W D W W L |
2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 2 | 4 |
| Scored | 2.33 | 1 | 3 |
| Conceded | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 0% | 50% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 67% | 100% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.14 | 0.95 | 1.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.11 | 1.54 | 0.9 |
Brazil vs Japan probable lineups
See the likely starting elevens below for our Brazil vs Japan prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
The lineups will be available close to the kickoff time.
How to watch Brazil vs Japan live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch Brazil vs Japan live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 18:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for Brazil vs Japan:
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Match details: Brazil vs Japan
🆚 Fixture Brazil vs Japan
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Monday, 29/06/2026
🕐 Kick-off 18:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue ,
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