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Japan Become First Team To Qualify For 2026 FIFA WC After Win Over Bahrain
The Asian Football Confederation: Japan have made history by becoming the first nation to secure qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Bahrain 2-0 on Thursday.
Goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo in the second half ensured Japan's victory, marking their eighth consecutive appearance in the men’s World Cup. Japan have consistently performed well, reaching the Round of 16 in the last two World Cups. Their first qualification came in 1998, just four years before they co-hosted the tournament with the Republic of Korea. With three matches still to play, Japan has sealed its spot.
Thursday’s win guarantees Japan one of the two automatic spots in Group C of the Asian qualifiers, confirming their place with three matches remaining. This makes Japan the first non-host country to officially secure a spot in the 2026 tournament, joining co-hosts Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
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