Asian nations competing at this summer's World Cup have underwhelmed with their performances, most of them failing to qualify for the knockout phase.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup round of 32 pits South American giants Brazil against Asian heavyweights Japan in Houston.

Player’s lack of time playing for or against teams in top leagues cited as reason only two sides survive first round, compared with Africa’s nine.

Japan leads Brazil 1-0 in the World Cup match. Japan to finish in another position at 50% YES.