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Where is Japan's goalkeeper from? 10 things you should know about Zion Suzuki

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 29: Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki celebrates his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round Of 32 match between Brazil and Japan at Houston Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by MB Media/Getty Images).

It ended in heartbreak. Japan failed to win a World Cup knock-out game for the first time, losing to Brazil in the sixth minute of stoppage time to go out at the round of 32 stage.

A habit of losing big matches from a position of strength is an unpleasant one for Samurai Blue, but the ongoing improvement continues in spite of the brutal manner of their World Cup 2026 exit.

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