Japan host Qatar at Imam Mohammed Ibn Saud University Stadium on Sunday, Jan 2 at 6:00 PM in the Group F.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Japan and Qatar have split their 5 meetings almost evenly (2W–2D–1W). Their last encounter ended in Qatar won 3–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.2 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow Japan win or a draw looks most likely.