As the October 2025 international window draws to a close, Japan vs Brazil will be a high-profile friendly at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo on October 14. Both Japan and Brazil teams come with valuable World Cup 2026 preparation.
Japan, ranked 19th in FIFA standings, comes off a dramatic 2-2 draw against Paraguay on October 10, where Ayase Ueda’s 94th-minute equalizer salvaged a point, extending their home unbeaten streak to 20 matches.
Brazil, under Carlo Ancelotti, arrives buoyant after a dominant 5-0 victory over South Korea on October 10, but faces questions over their away form. Japan and Brazil have qualified for the World Cup after completing the FIFA World Cup qualification process.
Recent updates include no major injuries for either side, though Brazil may rotate to manage player fatigue ahead of club returns, while Japan seeks to end a three-game winless run against a historically dominant opponent.
Japan vs Brazil – Date, Time, Predictions, and More
The Japan vs Brazil international friendly is set for Tuesday, October 14, 2025, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. JST (6:30 a.m. ET / 3:30 a.m. PT / 9:30 p.m. AEDT) at Ajinomoto Stadium in Tokyo.
This clash offers Japan a chance to test their mettle against five-time World Cup champions, while Brazil fine-tunes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament. Early predictions favor Brazil for a narrow win, with bookmakers offering around -150 odds for the visitors and a 2-1 scoreline common.
Team News and Analysis
Japan enters the match with momentum from their late Paraguay draw but winless in three games overall (two draws, one loss). They topped AFC qualifiers with 23 points, scoring 30 goals while conceding just three, but recent form shows defensive lapses, conceding four in two matches.
No injuries reported, allowing manager Hajime Moriyasu to field a strong side. Averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1 conceded recently, Japan’s home fortress (17 wins in 20 unbeaten) could frustrate Brazil, focusing on quick transitions and midfield control.
Brazil, fresh from a 5-0 thrashing of South Korea, has won three of five under Ancelotti but struggles away (two losses, two draws in recent road games).
Qualified for 2026, they emphasize attacking flair but have kept four clean sheets in five. No absences noted, though rotations may occur for stars like Vinicius Jr. Averaging 2.4 goals scored and 0.6 conceded, Brazil’s road inconsistencies add intrigue, prioritizing counter-attacks against Japan’s solid home defense.
Both teams use this friendly for fitness and tactics, with Japan aiming to break their Brazil hoodoo and the Selecao building confidence.
Japan vs Brazil Head-to-Head Record
Japan and Brazil have met 13 times, with Brazil unbeaten (11 wins, 2 draws). Matches average 3.08 goals, but Japan has scored just five total. Brazil has won the last seven since 2006, often convincingly.
All-time H2H
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jul 1989 | International Friendly | Brazil | 1-0 | Japan | Brazil |
| 06 Jun 1995 | Umbro Cup | Japan | 0-3 | Brazil | Brazil |
| 09 Aug 1995 | International Friendly | Japan | 1-5 | Brazil | Brazil |
| 13 Aug 1997 | International Friendly | Japan | 0-3 | Brazil | Brazil |
| 31 Mar 1999 | International Friendly | Japan | 0-2 | Brazil | Brazil |
| 04 Jun 2001 | FIFA Confederations Cup | Japan | 0-0 | Brazil | Draw |
| 22 Jun 2005 | FIFA Confederations Cup | Japan | 2-2 | Brazil | Draw |
| 22 Jun 2006 | FIFA World Cup | Japan | 1-4 | Brazil | Brazil |
| 16 Oct 2012 | International Friendly | Brazil | 4-0 | Japan | Brazil |
| 15 Jun 2013 | FIFA Confederations Cup | Brazil | 3-0 | Japan | Brazil |
| 14 Oct 2014 | International Friendly | Japan | 0-4 | Brazil | Brazil |
| 10 Nov 2017 | International Friendly | Japan | 1-3 | Brazil | Brazil |
| 06 Jun 2022 | Kirin Challenge Cup | Japan | 0-1 | Brazil | Brazil |
Japan vs Brazil Predicted XI Lineups
With no injuries, both teams field strong sides. Here’s a predicted starting XI:
Japan (3-4-2-1): Suzuki; Seko, Watanabe, J Suzuki; Ito, Sano, Tanaka, Nakamura; Doan, Minamino; Ogawa.
Brazil (4-2-3-1): Bento; Vitinho, Militao, Gabriel, Santos; Guimaraes, Casemiro; Rodrygo, Cunha, Vinicius Jr; Richarlison.
These lineups emphasize Japan’s defensive setup and Brazil’s attacking width.
Key Players
Japan: Takumi Minamino (creative attacker), Ao Tanaka (midfield pivot), and Koki Ogawa (forward threat).
Brazil: Vinicius Jr (dynamic winger), Bruno Guimaraes (midfield control), and Matheus Cunha (versatile forward).
Match Prediction
Brazil’s historical edge meets Japan’s home resilience, but the Selecao’s form suggests dominance. Prediction: Japan 1-2 Brazil. Over 2.5 goals likely, given recent scoring trends.
Where to watch Japan vs Brazil International Friendly
In the USA, stream live on beIN SPORTS CONNECT or fuboTV; check ESPN for highlights. Canadian viewers can watch via DAZN.
- For Australia, Optus Sport provides coverage.
- In Europe, options include beIN Sports (various countries) or DAZN; confirm local listings. For the best Japan vs Brazil friendly live stream in the USA, Canada, or Australia, subscribe to beIN SPORTS CONNECT or DAZN for HD access.