Japan draw 1-1 with Sweden at World Cup to finish second in Group F

Elanga, who had scored their consolation in that rout, was one of three newcomers and Victor Lindelöf was enlisted with screening the backline.

Daizen Maeda gave Japan the lead and Anthony Elanga took it away six minutes later, giving Sweden a 1-1 draw Thursday night that sent both teams to the knockout round of the World Cup.

Japan will face five-time champions Brazil in the round of 32.

Following a draw with the Netherlands in their opening game, the Samurai Blue recorded a convincing victory over Tunisia.