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 | Sweden | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 3 |
| 2 | Netherlands | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
| 3 | Japan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:5 | 0 |