Japan sealed their spot in the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Bahrain in Group C of the Asia qualifiers. Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo scored in the second half, securing Japan’s place in the top two automatic qualification spots. This will be Japan’s eighth consecutive World Cup appearance, joining the United States, Canada, and Mexico in the expanded 48-team tournament.
Coach Hajime Moriyasu praised his players for their efforts and thanked the fans for their support. The team is now focused on winning their remaining games and continuing to grow as a unit. Meanwhile, Australia also took a step closer to qualifying for the World Cup with a 5-1 win over Indonesia, under new coach Patrick Kluivert.
The top two teams from each group in the third round of Asian qualifying will advance to the World Cup, with the third- and fourth-place teams moving on to compete for two more spots. With their victory, Japan has secured their place among the top teams in Asia and can now focus on preparing for the tournament in 2026. The team’s celebration after the match highlighted their determination and commitment to success on the international stage.
Source
Note: The image is for illustrative purposes only and is not the original image associated with the presented article. Due to copyright reasons, we are unable to use the original images. However, you can still enjoy the accurate and up-to-date content and information provided.
