Tokyo, June 30 (Jiji Press)--Fans applauded the fight put up by the Japanese men's national soccer team, nicknamed Samurai Blue, after its exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday. After advancing to the knockout stage by finishing second in its group, Japan lost 2-1 to

Japan bows to fans after World Cup exit to Croatia in Round of 16. Japan to finish in some other position at 50% YES.

Japan eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after losing to Brazil in Round of 32. Japan's exit priced at 100% YES.