How to Watch Brazil vs Japan: Live Stream, TV Channel & Kick-off Details for World Cup Round of 32

Where to Watch Brazil vs Japan Live

The World Cup Round of 32 clash between Brazil and Japan will take place at Houston Stadium on June 29, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 local time. Fans looking to catch the action can find various broadcast options depending on their country. Streaming and TV coverage are widely available, ensuring you don't miss a moment of this exciting encounter.

International Broadcast Partners

Below is a selection of broadcasters airing the match in different countries:

• Brazil: Globo
• Japan: Fuji TV
• USA: FOX Network
• Canada: TSN
• Germany: ZDF
• Australia: SBS
• France: M6

For a full list of countries and broadcasters, please refer to the official broadcaster websites.

Using a VPN to Watch From Anywhere

If geo-restrictions block your access, a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can help. A VPN lets you connect through servers in countries where the game is available, bypassing blackout rules.

Steps to Watch with a VPN

1. Sign up for a trusted VPN service like ExpressVPN or NordVPN and download their app.
2. Connect to a server located in a country broadcasting the match.
3. Clear your browser cache or cookies to ensure location changes take effect.
4. Access the broadcaster’s website or app to start streaming.

Watching on TV

To enjoy the match on a big screen, Android-based smart TVs and devices like Amazon Fire Stick often support VPN apps directly. For Apple TV, Roku, or gaming consoles, use Smart DNS or cast the stream from a VPN-enabled phone or laptop.

Team News and Expected Lineups

Injuries: Brazil will miss Raphinha due to injury, while Japan's Takefusa Kubo is sidelined. Neither side has suspensions ahead of this match.

Recent Form

Brazil arrive with four wins and one draw in their last five matches. They topped Group C after a 3-0 win over Scotland, with earlier results including a 1-1 draw against Morocco and 3-0 victory over Haiti. Friendlies saw Brazil beat Egypt 2-1 and thrash Panama 6-2, scoring 15 goals and conceding four in total.

Japan earned three wins and two draws recently. They secured second place in Group F following a 1-1 draw with Sweden, a 4-0 triumph over Tunisia, and a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands. Pre-tournament friendlies yielded 1-0 wins against Iceland and England. Across these games, Japan netted eight goals and allowed four.

Head-to-Head History

Their latest meeting was a friendly on October 14, 2025, where Japan won 3-2 at home, marking their most recent victory over Brazil. Before that, Brazil had claimed four straight wins, including a 1-0 friendly win in June 2022 and a 3-1 victory in November 2017. In the last five matches, Brazil won three times, Japan once, and there was one draw. Overall, Brazil scored 14 goals and Japan 4 in these encounters.