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Japan and Sweden draw takes both into last 32

Japan and Sweden draw takes both into last 32
BBC Sport Friday 26 June 2026, 01:45 UTC 1 min read
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Daizen Maeda's smart finish to Japan's team goal is cancelled out by Anthony Elanga's long-range strike as Sweden fight back in a 1-1 draw that takes both sides through to the World Cup knockout stages.

Daizen Maeda's smart finish to Japan's team goal is cancelled out by Anthony Elanga's long-range strike as Sweden fight back in a 1-1 draw that takes both sides through to the World Cup knockout stages.
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