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Japan's World Cup run ends short of previous years, but with plenty of memories
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· June 30, 2026
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Key points Further details about Japan's World Cup performance are available from the source, including more information about their games and fan support. Japan's 2026 FIFA World Cup run has come to an end after being eliminated by Brazil.
Japan's 2026 FIFA World Cup run has come to an end after being eliminated by Brazil. The loss occurred at Houston Stadium on a Monday afternoon. Japan initially took the lead, but Brazil tied the game in the second half and scored the winning goal in stoppage time.
The tournament was notable for the enthusiasm of Japan's fans, who gathered in large numbers in downtown Dallas, as well as in Arlington and Plano. These supporters cheered on Japan in several matches, including a draw against Sweden and a win over Tunisia. Further details about Japan's World Cup performance are available from the source, including more information about their games and fan support.
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Category: News Published: June 30, 2026 Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local Reading time: 1 min
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