Japan becomes first nation to qualify for 2026 World Cup
Source: news.source.inquirer
Japan has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 2-0 victory over Bahrain in the AFC qualifiers. Goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo secured Japan's place in their eighth consecutive World Cup.
Key Points
Japan defeated Bahrain 2-0 to become the first nation to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo scored the goals for Japan.
The match took place at Saitama Stadium in Japan.
Japan's victory ensures their eighth consecutive appearance at the FIFA World Cup.
Japan leads Group C of the AFC qualifiers by nine points.
