Japan enters the match on a 10-match unbeaten streak, which includes a victory in their most recent friendly match against Brazil, despite injuries to captain Wataru Endo and Kaoru Mitoma.
Takefusa Kubo remains a fitness doubt, but the Japanese attack has set a team record with seven goals scored by 10 different players contributing goals or assists, led by striker Ayase Ueda with three goals.
Historically, Brazil has dominated the matchup, winning 14 out of 15 encounters, including a 4-1 victory during their only prior World Cup meeting 20 years ago.
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Japan secured its lone victory against Brazil in October last year during a friendly match in Tokyo, where the team rallied to win 3-2.
