Japan vs Uruguay Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | International Friendly 2026
The last two outings between these teams have ended in a draw!
The Japan national football team will lock horns with the Uruguay national football team in what is going to be an international friendly contest. The Miyagi Stadium is all set to witness this clash.
The Samurai Blue are coming after yet another brave FIFA World Cup campaign. Even though they only reached the last 32, the Japan national football team impressed everyone with their performances on the world stage. They are now starting their preparations for the AFC Asian Cup, and a friendly against Uruguay is going to be quite helpful.
The Hajime Moriyasu-led side will be at their home ground. It will be a perfect opportunity for them to secure a win.
After shocking performances at the recent World Cup edition, the Uruguay national football team appointed Diego Forlán as their new manager. It will be interesting to see their performances moving forward. The most important thing is to look at the unity between the players and the head coach.
La Celeste were knocked out of the group stage of the mega competition, the World Cup. They will now be looking to regroup. They need some top-notch strategies to bounce back.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Rifu, Japan
- Stadium: Miyagi Stadium
- Date: Thursday, September 24
- Kick-off Time: 03:35 PM IST/ 10:05 AM GMT/ 06:05 AM ET/ 03:05 AM PT
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Japan: W-D-W-D-L
Uruguay: D-D-D-D-L
Players to Watch
Daichi Kamada (Japan)
Daichi Kamada has been on a decent run of form for Crystal Palace since the beginning of the season. He can be deployed at multiple positions in midfield, making him quite an important part of the squad. The 30-year-old will now be ready to represent his nation once again.
Rodrigo Bentancur (Uruguay)
In the absence of Fede Valverde, Rodrigo Bentancur is going to be a crucial aspect in the midfield for national football team. He will be looking to establish control and break up plays by Japan’s attack. The Tottenham Hotspur midfielder is also capable of scoring goals.
He will be looking to step up his game to help La Celeste.
Also read: Who will replace injured Federico Valverde in Uruguay’s Asia tour squad?
Match Facts
- Japan have only faced one defeat in their last five matches.
- Uruguay are winless in their last seven attempts.
- The Samurai Blue are undefeated in their last three outings against La Celeste.
Betting Tips & Odds
- The Samurai Blue to win
- Takefusa Kubo to score
- Goals under 3.5
Injury and Team News
Japan will have all their selected players fit and ready to be in action.
Captain Federico Valverde has withdrawn from the Uruguay squad due to an ankle injury. Emiliano Martínez has been named as the replacement.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 9
Japan (wins): 2
Uruguay (wins): 4
Draws: 3
Predicted Lineups
Japan predicted XI (3-4-2-1)
Suzuki (GK); Tomiyasu, Watanabe, Ito; Kubo, Sano, Kamada, Nakamura; Junya, Maeda; Kento Shiogai
Uruguay predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Fiermarin (GK); Ronald Araujo, Caceres, Giménez, Sanabria; Bentancur, Bernal; Pellistri, Martinez, Maxi Araujo; Aguirre
Match Prediction
This Japanese side at home are going to have a slight edge. The visitors, with their new manager, will be looking to come up with some strategies out there and set up some tempo from the start.
The Samurai Blue are likely to emerge victorious.
Prediction: Japan 2-1 Uruguay
Telecast Details
Japan: Fuji TV
When and where is Japan vs Uruguay international friendly?
This clash is taking place at the Miyagi Stadium on September 24.
Where and how to watch Japan vs Uruguay friendly in India?
Currently, there is no official broadcast available.
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