FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC

North Korea vs Japan, 2026 World Cup Qualifying - AFC, Second Round

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North Korea are hosting Japan at TBC, , , starting on . The match is a part of the FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC.

Game Information

Competition: FIFA World Cup Qualifying - AFC

Venue: TBC
Location: ,

WCQ - AFC Standings

# TEAM GP GD PTS
1 Saudi Arabia 2 +1 4
2 Iraq 2 +1 4
3 Indonesia 2 -2 0
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WCQ - AFC News

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