The Japanese national team secured a 1-0 victory over Scotland on Saturday in an international friendly held at Hampden Park in Glasgow.

Star forward Junya Ito proved decisive, scoring the winning goal in the 84th minute as both teams prepare for the 2026 World Cup.

Upcoming Tests in London and Liverpool

Japan will continue its preparatory campaign with a high-profile match against England in London, while Scotland heads to Liverpool to face Ivory Coast.

This international window is crucial for coaches to fine-tune their squads ahead of the World Cup kick-off in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

World Cup Paths for Both Teams

Scotland will compete in the challenging Group C alongside Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. Japan, meanwhile, is drawn into Group F with the Netherlands, Tunisia, and the winner of the European playoff between Poland and Sweden.