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Japan’s match against Venezuela is the second game of the Samurai Blue’s September international window. Japan welcome Venezuela to the Edion Peace Wing Hiroshima on Monday, September 28, with kickoff scheduled for 7:25 p.m. JST. That is 10:25 a.m. UTC and 06:25 a.m. ET in the USA.
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The friendly is part of the Kirin Challenge Cup 2026, with Japan continuing preparations for the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 which will take place in January and February.
Japan head into the match after an encouraging 3-1 win over Uruguay on September 24.
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Venezuela have named their squad for the Hiroshima friendly under head coach Oswaldo Vizcarrondo
Japan vs. Venezuela Predicted Lineups
Japan Starting XI
- Suzuki
- Seko, Itakura, Hiroki Ito
- Matsuki, Kaishu Sano, Kodai Sano, Nakamura
- Doan, Minamino
- Ueda
Zion Suzuki has returned from injury and is projected to start in goal.
Takehiro Tomiyasu will not feature after withdrawing from the squad because of injury.
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Venezuela Starting XI
- Varela
- Sánchez, Quintero, Balbo, Ferraresi
- Libra, Herrera
- Mendoza, Martínez, Segovia
- Ramírez
How to Watch Japan vs. Venezuela (TV Channels & Streaming)
Japan
- DAZN Japan
- Nippon TV
Venezuela
- Televen
Iran
- Persiana Sports 3
Laos
- BG Sports
Thailand
- BG Sports
United States
- Telemundo Deportes Ahora
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This story was originally published September 28, 2026 at 1:55 AM.