Short answer: Brazil vs Japan (2026 World Cup, Round of 32) is on Monday, June 29, 2026 — kick-off 17:00 UTC (12:00 PM local Houston time / 20:00 BST).

Match details

  • Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026 — Round of 32.
  • Date: Monday, June 29, 2026.
  • Kick-off times reported: 17:00 UTC (which is 12:00 PM CDT in Houston), also shown as 20:00 BST in UK coverage.
  • Venue: NRG (Houston) / Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium), Houston, Texas, USA.

Where to watch and tickets

  • Major broadcasters and streaming platforms list the match (examples: ESPN, Fubo).
  • Tickets and official resale details are covered in ticket guides; FIFA resale and last-minute sales were noted as active in June 2026.

Context and commentary

  • The fixture is a high-profile Round-of-32 clash often described in previews and local watch-party guides.
  • Pre-match coverage and predictions published by outlets expected a lively game on June 29.

Short timeline example (for viewers in common time zones)

  • Houston (CDT): 12:00 PM, June 29.
  • UTC: 17:00, June 29.
  • BST (UK): 20:00, June 29.

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