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FIFA World Cup: A place in the World Cup knockout rounds will be on the line when Japan and Sweden meet in their final Group F clash at Dallas Stadium. While Japan enter the contest in a strong position with four points from two matches, Sweden still have work to do to secure progression and cannot afford a slip-up.

The Samurai Blue have impressed so far, following an opening draw against the Netherlands with a commanding victory over Tunisia. Another positive result would guarantee their place among the top two in the group, while a win could also strengthen their chances of finishing first, depending on events elsewhere.

Sweden's campaign has been far less straightforward. After opening with an emphatic victory over Tunisia, they were brought crashing back to earth by a heavy defeat against the Netherlands. That inconsistency has left Graham Potter's side needing a strong response in a match that could define their tournament.