Brazil's predicted lineup vs Japan for FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash
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Seleção has always gone on to win the FIFA World Cup when any player scored a goal in every group stage fixture & Vini scored in all three games
NRG Stadium in Houston, United States of America, gears up to host a highly anticipated Round of 32 fixture in the FIFA World Cup 2026, where the most successful side in FIFA World Cup history and five-time champions Brazil take on Japan in what is set to be a thrilling battle.
Brazil ended the group stage fixtures in the FIFA World Cup in the most dominating manner despite a frustrating 1-1 draw against Morocco in the opening game. The South American giants needed two big wins over Haiti and Scotland to seal the top spot.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men did exactly the same by thrashing Haiti and Scotland 3-0 in the last two games to finish atop Group C unbeaten with seven points, and they are now set to face a formidable opponent in the form of Japan in the Round of 32.
The winner of this game takes on either Norway or the Ivory Coast in the Round of 16 fixtures in the Dallas Stadium.
In this article, we take a closer look at Brazil’s predicted lineup for the big game against Japan.
Brazil team news ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 clash against Japan
Raphinha’s status remains unclear as he has yet to resume training. The former Real Madrid gaffer is expected to stick to the same playing eleven that thrashed Scotland 3-0 in the last game.
The defence looks solid with Danilo, captain Marquinhos and Arsenal defender Gabriel. The midfield duo of Casemiro and Newcastle midfielder Guimaraes looks deadly. The forward line boasts Manchester United forward Cunha alongside Rayan and Paqueta and Neymar is expected to start from the bench.
Notably, Vini has scored in every group stage game for Brazil; anytime a Brazilian dared to achieve that feat, they went on to win the World Cup.
Brazil predicted line-up (4-2-3-1) vs Japan
Alisson Becker (GK); Danilo, Marquinhos, Gabriel Magalhães, Santos; Bruno Guimarães, Casemiro; Rayan, Lucas Paquetá, Vinícius Júnior; Matheus Cunha
Who is Brazil’s coach in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Carlo Ancelotti is Brazil’s coach in the FIFA World Cup 2026
Where did Seleção finish in their group?
Brazil topped their group, keeping Morocco, Haiti & Scotland behind.
Who will Seleção face in the Round of 32 clash?
Brazil are set to face Japan in the Round of 32 clash
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In addition to writing articles on World and Indian Football, Saikat has also covered tournaments like the Durand Cup, Indian Super League, and Hockey India League. Notably, his exceptional communication skills have seen him interview legendary icons like Olympic 2024 gold medalist Yibbi Jansen, former Real Madrid player Javi Hernandez, and many more such sporting stalwarts.