Japan becomes first team to qualify for 2026 FIFA World Cup Japan has officially secured its spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the first team to qualify after a solid 2-0 win against Bahrain in the AFC qualifiers. The victory was highlighted by second-half goals from Daichi Kamada and Takefusa Kubo, marking Japan’s eighth consecutive World Cup appearance. Kamada, who came off the bench in the 63rd minute quickly made his mark by scoring just three minutes later. Kubo then sealed the deal in the 87th minute, ensuring the Samurai...