Japan finished second in Group F and advanced to the 1/32 round. It will play a knockout match against Brazil in Houston on Monday, June 29. Japan progressed to the next round depending on a win against Sweden and the results of other matches. The final group standings saw the Netherlands top with 7 points and Japan second with 5 points. The possibilities for Japan's exit are detailed, noting which results could change their group position.
Also, there is a detailed discussion on how Japan could have played any opponent in the 1/32 round based on any score.
