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Japan v Sweden Stats

Data last updated: Thu 25 Jun 2026, 05:25 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

This World Cup Group F clash between Japan and Sweden is a high-stakes encounter with Japan needing only a point to secure progression, while Sweden must win to keep their hopes alive. Both teams have demonstrated potent attacking form, each netting six goals in their opening two matches. Japan's tactical discipline and transition threat contrast with Sweden's urgent need for victory and their defensive vulnerabilities under Graham Potter. The match promises a tactical battle where Japan's structured pressing and Sweden's frontline firepower will be key, with the outcome likely hinging on midfield control and emotional composure in this knife-edge qualification decider.

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Both Teams to Score

  • Japan and Sweden have each scored six goals in their first two group matches, highlighting strong attacking form.
  • Sweden have failed to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive matches under manager Graham Potter.
  • Three of the four previous meetings between these teams ended in draws with both teams scoring, including two 1-1 results.
  • Japan require only a draw to qualify, which may influence their tactical approach late in the game.
  • Sweden's need for a win could leave them exposed to Japan's dangerous counter-attacks.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The Both Teams to Score market is supported by the strong offensive outputs from both Japan and Sweden, each having scored six goals in their opening two matches. Sweden's defensive fragility, evidenced by seven consecutive matches without a clean sheet, further increases the likelihood of both sides finding the net. The model assigns a 76% chance to this outcome, reflecting the attacking quality and tactical dynamics where Japan's counter-attacks can exploit Sweden's defensive gaps. This pick is a positive value opportunity given the imply a 63.6% chance, making it an attractive bet with solid football reasoning.

Japan Goals Scored6 goals in 2 matches
Strong positive
Sweden Goals Scored
Strong positive
Sweden Defensive Record7 matches without clean sheet
Strong positive
Model Chance vs Implied Chance76% vs 63.6%
Strong positive
Main risk

The main risk is Japan potentially adopting a defensive posture after securing an early lead, which could reduce scoring opportunities and challenge the Both Teams to Score outcome.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Both Teams to Score rationale

“Japan's tactical discipline combined with Sweden's attacking urgency creates a scenario where both teams are likely to score, especially given Sweden's recent defensive vulnerabilities.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Japan and Sweden have each scored six goals in their first two group matches, highlighting strong attacking form.

Sweden have failed to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive matches under manager Graham Potter.

Three of the four previous meetings between these teams ended in draws with both teams scoring, including two 1-1 results.

Japan require only a draw to qualify, which may influence their tactical approach late in the game.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • Over the last five matches, both Japan and Sweden have consistently featured games with over 2.5 goals, reflecting open and attacking styles.
  • Historical meetings between these teams have often ended in draws with goals scored by both sides, suggesting a trend toward balanced but goal-rich encounters.
  • This trend supports expectations of a lively, goal-involved match.
Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Japan4.5
Avg corners for
Sweden4.5
Japan8.5
Avg total corners
Sweden6.5
Japan0
Avg yellow cards
Sweden1.5
Japan10.5
Avg shots
Sweden14.5
Best odds for this sectionOver 3.5 CardsBet365 guide price · Model 48% vs implied 48% · edge +0.2 pts
2.1
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Over 9.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 33%
1.91
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Both teams average 4.5 corners per game, indicating moderate attacking pressure and territorial exchanges. Sweden averages 1.5 yellow cards per match, suggesting a moderately physical approach that could disrupt rhythm. Japan's higher shot accuracy (4 shots on target per game) versus Sweden's 7 shots on target reflects Japan's clinical finishing and Sweden's volume shooting, contributing to goal-scoring chances for both sides.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Japan3
Avg goals scored
Sweden3
Japan1
Avg goals conceded
Sweden3
Japan50%
BTTS rate
Sweden100%
Japan100%
Over 2.5 goals
Sweden100%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 76% vs implied 60% · edge +16.1 pts
1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.73
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 58%
2.75
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 88%
1.22
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 28%
2.1
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 26%
2.1
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Both Japan and Sweden have demonstrated prolific scoring in this tournament, each netting six goals in two matches. Sweden's inability to keep a clean sheet in seven consecutive games underlines defensive frailty. This combination of attacking potency and defensive vulnerability supports a high likelihood of both teams scoring in this fixture.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Market odds

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Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 76% vs implied 60% · edge +16.1 pts
1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.73
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Japan Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 66%
2
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Japan to WinBet365 guide price · model 57%
1.85
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Over 3.5 CardsBet365 guide price · model 48%
2.1
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Sweden to WinBetUK guide price · model 27%
4.33
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 26%
3.5
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The Both Teams to Score market is priced at 4/7 (1.57 decimal), implying a 63.6% chance. The model's 76% probability indicates positive value, reflecting the strong attacking form and defensive weaknesses on display. This pricing suggests a favorable opportunity to back both teams scoring, with no current warning flags on price sensitivity.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Japan

WD
Last 51W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 0L
21 Jun 2026A Tunisia4-0
14 Jun 2026A Netherlands2-2

Sweden

LW
Last 51W 0D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 0D 1L
20 Jun 2026A Netherlands1-5
15 Jun 2026H Tunisia5-1
Best odds for this sectionJapan Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 50% · edge +16.2 pts
2
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Home / DrawBetMGM guide price · model 83%
1.2
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Japan to WinBet365 guide price · model 57%
1.85
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Away / DrawBet365 guide price · model 52%
1.91
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Sweden to WinBetUK guide price · model 27%
4.33
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 26%
3.5
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Sweden Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 42%
1.8
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Recent form data shows both teams scoring consistently, with Japan scoring 3 goals and conceding only 1 in their last matches, while Sweden scored 3 but conceded 3, reflecting their defensive issues. Both teams have a 100% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals, and Sweden have a 100% BTTS rate recently, reinforcing the expectation for goals at both ends in this match.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Japan wins
0Draws
0Sweden wins
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 76% vs implied 60% · edge +16.1 pts
1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 78%
1.73
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Japan to WinBet365 guide price · model 57%
1.85
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Sweden to WinBetUK guide price · model 27%
4.33
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DrawBetfred guide price · model 26%
3.5
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There are no recent head-to-head matches between Japan and Sweden to draw direct conclusions. However, historical data from past encounters shows a pattern of draws with goals from both teams, indicating a balanced matchup. Given the current form and tactical setups, these historical trends provide moderate support for the Both Teams to Score outcome.
Season team stats

World Cup

Japan2
Played
Sweden2
Japan3
Avg goals for
Sweden3
Japan1
Avg goals against
Sweden3
Japan1
Clean sheets
Sweden0
Best odds for this sectionJapan Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 66% vs implied 50% · edge +16.2 pts
2
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Japan to WinBet365 guide price · model 57%
1.85
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Sweden to WinBetUK guide price · model 27%
4.33
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Sweden Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 42%
1.8
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Season-long statistics underline both teams' attacking strengths and defensive vulnerabilities. Japan's efficient attack and solid defense contrast with Sweden's potent offense but leaky defense, as evidenced by their failure to keep clean sheets in recent matches. These season trends align with the Both Teams to Score market, highlighting the likelihood of goals from both sides.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
2Japan421104
3Sweden321010
2Sweden321010
In Group F, Japan sits second with 4 points, while Sweden is close behind with 3 points. Japan's position allows them to play with relative caution, needing only a draw, whereas Sweden's third-place standing forces them to seek victory. This competitive pressure shapes the match dynamics, increasing the probability of both teams scoring as Sweden push forward and Japan exploit counter-attacks.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Japan Over 2.5
100%Sweden Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
Over the last five matches, both Japan and Sweden have consistently featured games with over 2.5 goals, reflecting open and attacking styles. Historical meetings between these teams have often ended in draws with goals scored by both sides, suggesting a trend toward balanced but goal-rich encounters. This trend supports expectations of a lively, goal-involved match.

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