WIRE — Japan face Brazil at Houston Stadium on Monday evening in the World Cup last 32, aiming to secure their first knockout-stage victory in World Cup history against the five-time champions. Hajime Moriyasus side finished Group F as runners-up on five points, unbeaten across three matches. They beat Brazil 3–2 in a friendly in Tokyo last The post Japan XI vs Brazil – Predicted lineup and team news first appeared on The Football Faithful.

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