Japan vs. Sweden odds, predictions: 2026 World Cup picks from proven soccer expert

A spot in the knockout round is on the line when Japan battles Sweden in a key Group F match on Thursday. With a large enough win, the Japanese could claim the group title. A win by the Swedes would clinch at least a second-place finish in the group and a spot in the Round of 32. Both teams could advance with a draw, but Sweden would need some help. The Japanese have made it to the Round of 16 in the past two World Cups, placing 10th overall in 2022. Sweden, meanwhile, reached the quarterfinals in 2018, but did not qualify for the 2022 World Cup.

Kickoff for Japan vs. Sweden is 7 p.m. ET from Arlington, Texas. The latest Japan vs. Sweden odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list Japan at -120 (risk $120 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line, with Sweden at +340 and a draw at +260. The over/under for total goals is 2.5.

Before locking in any Japan vs. Sweden picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, you need to see what proven soccer expert Martin Green has to say.

After working in the sports betting industry for several years, Green became a professional sports writer and handicapper and has covered the game worldwide. Last year, Green was profitable in multiple areas on his soccer picks, including the Champions League (+211.25) and Bundesliga (+100). He's also been red-hot in 2026, posting an 18-8 record over his last 26 UCL picks, returning nearly $1,000 in profit. Anyone following could have seen HUGE returns!

Now Green has turned his attention to Japan vs. Sweden in the 2026 World Cup, and revealed his best bets. 

One of Green's Japan vs. Sweden predictions: He is leaning Over on total goals (2.5).

Green has also found a critical x-factor and locked in a pair of best bets with both being plus-money!

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