Japan beats Tunisia 4-0, reaches 1,000th World Cup match as Africans exit

Japan defeated Tunisia 4-0 at Monterrey Stadium in Mexico on Saturday, June 20, 2026, marking the Asian side's 1,000th game in World Cup history. Daichi Kamada opened the scoring in the fourth minute, Ayase Ueda added twice (31st and 83rd minutes), and Junya Ito sealed the win in the 69th minute.

The result ends Tunisia's World Cup campaign after a 5-1 opening loss to Sweden, eliminating one of Africa's five representatives. Japan now sits atop Group F with four points, level with the Netherlands, and moves closer to the knockout rounds. The victory highlights Japan's smooth passing game and technical edge over a Tunisia side that never looked threatening under new manager Hervé Renard.

For Nigerian fans tracking African teams at the tournament, Tunisia's early exit reduces continental representation in the later stages. Japan's milestone underscores its consistency as a regular World Cup participant. Will you shift your support to other African sides still alive, or follow Japan's historic run as a neutral observer?

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/06/21/japan-beat-tunisia-4-0-in-world-cups-1000th-game/