Japan to play Brazil in World Cup knockouts after nervy Sweden draw

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Japan and Brazil will face each other in the World Cup round of 32 after Japan drew 1-1 with Sweden, securing progression alongside the Netherlands. The matches continue with the Netherlands set to face Morocco and Japan playing Brazil in Houston, Texas.

Japan will face Brazil in a World Cup last-32 clash after drawing 1-1 with Sweden on Thursday to send both teams through behind the Netherlands in Group F. A game in front of 70,000 in Texas burst into life in the second half, Daizen Maeda giving Japan the lead after the break but Anthony Elanga levelling minutes later.The Netherlands, who eased past Tunisia 3-1, will face Morocco in Monterrey while Japan play Brazil in Houston.