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Round of 32 Thriller: 11/4 BTTS & Brazil Win as Japan Test the Favourites

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| BY Sam McLoughlin

William Hill News tipster @Footy_Tipster previews Monday’s 2026 World Cup game between Brazil and Japan.

Our Prediction: Both Teams To Score & Brazil To Win (11/4), Brazil 3-1 Japan (12/1)

What a game this could be, as tournament heavyweights Brazil face dark‑horse contenders Japan in the round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup, with Houston Stadium in Texas set for a blockbuster showdown.

Now, let’s take a closer look at some World Cup odds and betting angles for Monday’s fixture:

Brazil v Japan – Monday, 6pm

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Brazil started the 2026 World Cup slowly with a 1-1 draw against Morocco, but back‑to‑back 3-0 wins over Haiti and Scotland have seen the Seleção rediscover their rhythm and extend their remarkable record of topping every World Cup group since 1982.
This is, however, a tricky assignment for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, and they will need to be at their best. History is on their side — Brazil have not been eliminated in the first knockout round of a World Cup since 1990 — and they have also won all four of their World Cup meetings with AFC opposition.
There will still be a slight note of caution, though, after Japan beat Brazil 3-2 in a friendly back in October. Even so, Brazil are 7/10 with William Hill to progress with a victory within ninety minutes.

Japan entered the tournament as one of the widely‑tipped dark horses, and two draws plus a crucial win were enough to see them finish second and book their place in the knockout stages. The reward, however, is a meeting with one of the tournament favourites.
The Samurai Blue face a daunting task if history is any guide. They have never won a World Cup knockout match, and they have taken just one win from their last five games against CONMEBOL opposition at the finals.
Even so, this fixture has the makings of a competitive, entertaining contest. Seven of the last eight meetings between these nations have produced at least three goals, suggesting we could be in for another lively encounter. Punters who fancy Japan to continue their World Cup journey can back them to win this at 4/1 with William Hill.

Bet Builder Hub:

Player To Score – Vinicius – Vinicius has scored four goals already in this tournament, he’s scored in all three World Cup games so far.
Total Goals – Over 2.5 – Seven of the last eight meetings between these nations have produced at least three goals
Total Corners – Under 9.5 – Only two of the last ten competitive games for both nations have seen ten or more corners.

Agree with our tips? Combine them in a Bet Builder at 9/2 with William Hill.

All odds subject to change – prices accurate at the time of writing

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