Create Japan's World Cup 2026 Squad & Lineup
Japan lineup graphics for World Cup 2026 matchdays. Japan bring 7 previous World Cup appearances, a 8W 8D 13L World Cup match record, and a best finish of Round of 16 (9th).
Latest result
Knockout Stage · Match 76
2:1
Brazilvs.Japan
Venue (CDT)Mon, Jun 29 · 12:00 PMNRG Stadium · Houston
Squad
World Cup 2026 squad
Japan's 26-player squad for World Cup 2026, captained by Kou Itakura, set up in a 3-4-2-1. Drop the starting XI into the builder above to make a lineup graphic.
Goalkeepers
- 1Zion SuzukiGK
- 12Keisuke OsakoGK
- 23Tomoki HayakawaGK
Defenders
- 3Shogo TaniguchiCB
- 4Kou ItakuraCCB
- 5Yuto NagatomoCB
- 16Tsuyoshi WatanabeRCB
- 20Ayumu SekoRCB
- 21Hiroki ItoLCB
- 22Takehiro TomiyasuRCB
- 25Junnosuke SuzukiCB
Midfielders
- 2Yukinari SugawaraRM
- 6Wataru EndoCM
- 7Ao TanakaRCM
- 10Ritsu DoanRM
- 13Keito NakamuraLM
- 15Daichi KamadaLCM
- 17Yuito SuzukiCM
- 24Kaishu SanoRCM
Forwards
- 8Takefusa KuboRST
- 9Keisuke GotoST
- 11Daizen MaedaLST
- 14Junya ItoRST
- 18Ayase UedaST
- 19Koki OgawaST
- 26Kento ShiogaiST
Group standings & fixtures
Group F table & fixtures
Live Group F standings, Japan's fixtures, and possible Round of 32 matchups at World Cup 2026, updated as results come in.
| Group F | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 4 | +6 | 7 |
| 2Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 3 | +4 | 5 |
3 Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 4 |
4 Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 12 | -10 | 0 |
World Cup history
Japan's Round of 16 run
Japan have played 25 World Cup matches from 1998-2022, scoring 25 and conceding 33. Japan first played the World Cup in 1998 and reached the Round of 16 in 2002, 2010, 2018, and 2022.
Best finish
Round of 16 (9th)
Reached this stage in 2002, 2010, and 2022.
Appearances
7 Tournaments
First 1998, latest 2022.
Overall record
8W 8D 13L
33 scored, 38 conceded.
| Year | Result | P | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Round of 16 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | Round of 16 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 2014 | Group stage | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
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| 2010 | Round of 16 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 | Group stage | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 2002 | Round of 16 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 | Group stage | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
How it works
Four steps, under a minute
From template to downloadable graphic — no design skills needed.
- 1
Start with a Japan template
Pick a World Cup-themed layout and use team colors to make the graphic feel matchday-ready.
- 2
Add the Japan squad or XI
Enter squad players, starting names, and numbers, set the captain, and keep subs ready for matchday changes.
- 3
Adjust the formation
Switch between 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2, and more. Player cards reposition automatically.
- 4
Export for matchday
Download a high-resolution PNG for Instagram, X, YouTube thumbnails, or fan group chats.
Why TeamCreator
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Built for people who publish lineups every matchday — not once a season.
Japan's Round of 16 run
Japan have played 25 World Cup matches from 1998-2022, scoring 25 and conceding 33. Japan first played the World Cup in 1998 and reached the Round of 16 in 2002, 2010, 2018, and 2022.
Editable player cards
Name, number, and position for every player. Rename captain, subs, and staff without digging through menus.
Works on any device
The builder runs in your browser on desktop, tablet, and phone. Start on one, finish on another — your drafts follow you.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Can I build Japan's World Cup 2026 squad and lineup for free?
Yes. The Japan World Cup 2026 squad and lineup builder is free — pick a template, add your squad or starting XI, customize the style, and download the roster graphic without signing up.
What is Japan's World Cup record?
Japan have 7 World Cup appearances, 29 matches played, a 8W 8D 13L match record, and 33 goals scored. Their best finish is Round of 16 (9th).
Is this an official Japan or FIFA tool?
No. TeamCreator is an independent lineup builder for fan content, creators, and teams.
Is this a World Cup team builder, squad maker, or lineup generator?
All three. TeamCreator works as a World Cup lineup builder, squad maker, and formation generator — build a full starting XI or roster graphic for any of the 48 teams and export it in seconds.
Does this work for soccer or football lineups?
Both — football or soccer, it's the same tool. Build a World Cup soccer lineup, starting XI, or squad graphic and export it however you call the game.
Which formations are supported?
Eight 11-a-side football formations: 4-4-2, 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2, 5-3-2, 5-4-1, 4-5-1, and 3-4-3. Switch between them anytime — players reposition automatically.
Can I customize kits and colors?
Yes. Swap jersey colors, change the pitch background, and style the graphic to match your club, tournament, or content brand. Premium kits are available on paid templates.
What format are the exports?
Lineups export as high-resolution PNG files sized for social platforms — Instagram feed and stories, X, YouTube thumbnails, and print.
Can I use the exports commercially?
Yes, exports from free and paid templates can be used for content, club accounts, matchday graphics, and monetized social posts.
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