Japan

The Japan national football team has a lot going for it. In Russia 2018, they received the honor of becoming the first Asian nation to defeat a South American powerhouse when Colombia suffered a graceful defeat with a 2-1 score. That marked their sixth appearance at the World Cup since making their debut in 1998.

Ranking 24th in 2022, Japan is more motivated than ever to make history again. With the overwhelming support of fans like this girl proudly showcasing her country’s natural colors, the Samurai blue may succeed in making it past the first knock-out round, where they exited the stage in 2018.