Daizen Maeda's second-half strike earned Japan a 1-1 draw with Sweden in the World Cup, the forward proving the standout performer in a result that leaves both sides with a point apiece. It was a match that never quite caught fire, with both teams cautious after early tournament nerves.
Japan 1:1 Sweden — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half0 - 0
- 32(Foul)
Second half1 - 1
- 77(Foul)
- 85(Foul)
Live Prediction
DrawWon2.15
CheckLive AI™ · Full-timeBETA
FT1–1J
−2.2Even game
S
Draw
WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Japan vs Sweden?
Japan 1-1 Sweden (World Cup).
Who scored?
Daizen Maeda (56', assist Ritsu Doan) for Japan; Anthony Elanga (62', assist Viktor Gyökeres) for Sweden.
Were there any cards in Japan vs Sweden?
Yellow cards: Isak Hien (Sweden); Shogo Taniguchi (Japan); Viktor Gyökeres (Sweden).
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Head to Head meetings
Japan – Sweden
Japan
Sweden
- 0
Victories
- 1
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0  |
Scored goals | 1 | 1 |
Average per game | 1 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Japan
Sweden
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Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 3.25 | 4.00 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Clear favorite — Japan
CheckLive's preview favours Japan, driven by a clear gap in recent form and a significant mental advantage under knockout pressure. Sweden's attacking numbers keep the tie live, but defensive frailties leave them vulnerable in a match that demands composure.
Home win — Japan2.00
High confidence66%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
59.7
51.4
CheckSkill
53.5
54.3
CheckMental
75.4
58.4
CheckLive total60.1 vs 54.1+6.0
More match signals
Over 3.571%3.40
Japan (DNB)65%1.40
Japan (−1)50%
Today's market odds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the match between Japan and Sweden?
Japan are the favourites to win, backed by a superior unbeaten run and a significant mental edge in high-pressure situations. Sweden's leaky defence makes them vulnerable, but their attack could keep it interesting. The prediction leans toward Japan to secure the victory.
Who has better form coming into this match?
Japan clearly have the better form, arriving on a five-match unbeaten streak with four wins and only two goals conceded. Sweden have been inconsistent with two wins and two losses in their last five, conceding 13 goals. The form gap is substantial and a key factor in the preview.
Will both teams score in Japan vs Sweden?
Both teams to score is a strong possibility given Sweden's ability to find the net (12 goals in five games) and Japan's defensive solidity may be tested. However, Japan's control could limit Sweden's chances. The model leans toward BTTS being a live option.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 3.25 | 4.00 |