Japan's 2-2 draw with a strong Netherlands side is a better performance indicator than Sweden's 5-1 demolition of minnows Tunisia. Both teams enter with offensive momentum, but the lack of further squad or form data makes a draw the most calibrated outcome. Sweden may edge possession, yet Japan's proven ability to score against top defenses suggests a tight, balanced contest. 1-1 reflects both teams finding the net, consistent with their opening matches. Confidence is low due to sparse, early-tournament evidence.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF:GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10:4 | 7 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7:3 | 5 |
| 3 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:12 | 0 |