JPN vs FRA Match Prediction, Preview, Team News & Expert Analysis - 41th Match
By Akshay Thakur - Fri, Aug 28, 2026Last Updated on Aug 28, 2026 06:52 AM
Japan vs France Hockey Match Previews
FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026
JPN vs FRA Match Previews, Probable Playing 11, Hockey Match Live Score and Pitch Report
JPN vs FRA Match Prediction, FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026, Japan vs France Match Preview, Probable Playing 11, Match winning Tips, Live Match Score, Pitch Report, Injury & Updates.
JPN vs FRA (Japan vs France) Match Details
| Match | Japan vs France (JPN vs FRA) |
| League | FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026 |
| Date | Friday, 28th August 2026 |
| Time | 01:00 PM (IST) - 07:30 AM (GMT) |
JPN vs FRA Venue: Wagener Hockey Stadium, Amstelveen
JPN vs FRA Weather Report: The weather will be clean and there are no chances of rain.
JPN vs FRA (Japan vs France) Playing 11
Japan vs France (JPN vs FRA) Match Preview
JPN vs FRA Match Preview: Japan is set to take on France in FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026 on Friday, 28 August 2026 at 01:00 PM IST.
Japans performance in this World Cup has been thrilling, and they are coming off two exciting matches. After a 4-3 loss to Pakistan, Yoshihiro Anais team bounced back with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Wales in the dying moments. Now, they face France in a match to decide 13th place; France also won their previous game.
Although there are some questions regarding Frances defense, they are fully capable of scoring plenty of goals. This match is expected to be high-scoring, even though there isnt much at stake. Therefore, regardless of the final result, consider betting on there being more than 4.5 goals.
Japan (JPN) Team Updates
- Yuito Matsuzaki will take care Mid-Fielder for Japan team
France (FRA) Team Updates
- Clement Timothee and Branicki Maximilien will take care Forward for France team
Japan vs France (JPN vs FRA) Hockey Match Prediction, Team and Tips
JPN vs FRA Match Prediction: France has very good form in recent matches, most probably they will win this match.
JPN vs FRA FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026 Match Expert Advice: Ken Nagayoshi will be a top multiplier choice for the small leagues. Shota Yamada will be a decent choice for the captaincy in the grand leagues.
JPN vs FRA Head to Head
JPN vs FRA Head to Head Records: Japan vs France have faced each other in 4 matches in . Out of these 4 games, Japan have won 0 whereas France have won 3 Matches. 1 match
| Match Played | 4 |
| JPN Won | 0 |
| FRA Won | 3 |
| Tie/NR | 1 |
Live Telecast
The match will be live telecast on Star Sports.
POINTS TABLE - FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026
| No | Team | M | W | L | T | NR | GD | Pts | Recent Forms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | |||||||||
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | +12 | 9 | WWW |
| 2 | Argentina | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 6 | WLW |
| 3 | New Zealand | NR | |||||||
| 4 | Japan | NR | |||||||
| B | |||||||||
| 1 | Germany | NR | |||||||
| 2 | Belgium | NR | |||||||
| 3 | France | NR | |||||||
| 4 | Malaysia | NR | |||||||
| C | |||||||||
| 1 | Spain | NR | |||||||
| 2 | Australia | NR | |||||||
| 3 | South Africa | NR | |||||||
| 4 | Ireland | NR | |||||||
| D | |||||||||
| 1 | India | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +10 | 6 | WLW |
| 2 | England | NR | |||||||
| 3 | Pakistan | NR | |||||||
| 4 | Wales | NR | |||||||
| M: Matches, W: Won, L: Lost, T: Tie, NR: No Result, NRR: Net Run Rate, Pts: Points, Q: Qualified, E: Eliminate Recent Forms: W = Won, L = Lost, T = Tie, D = Draw, NR = No Result | |||||||||
Full Schedule: FIH Hockey Men World Cup 2026 Belgium and Netherlands 2026 Schedule
Recent Forms:
JPN - NFRA - N
JPN vs FRA Team Analysis & Player Performance
- In Goal Keeping, both are good. You can choose any of one.
JPN vs FRA Winning Prediction
- France looks more strong as compared to Japan, Make a 7-4 combination in favour of France
JPN vs FRA Small League Must Picks:
JPN - Ken Nagayoshi [0 points], Shota Yamada [0 points]FRA - Gaspard Baumgarten [270 points], Arthur Thieffry [264 points]
JPN vs FRA Grand League Risky Picks:
JPN - Yosei Oba [0 points], Yuki Chiba [0 points]FRA - Victor Charlet [0 points], Amaury Bellenger [0 points]
Japan (JPN) Key Players
- Seren-Tanaka [PTs: 0, CR: 8.5]
- Raiki Fujishima [PTs: 0, CR: 8.5]
- Manabu Yamashita [PTs: 0, CR: 9.0]
- Yuma Nagai [PTs: 0, CR: 9.0]
- Shota Yamada [PTs: 0, CR: 9.5]
France (FRA) Key Players
- Charles Masson [PTs: 192, CR: 8.5]
- Jean-Baptiste Forgues [PTs: 195, CR: 8.5]
- Gaspard Baumgarten [PTs: 270, CR: 9.0]
JPN vs FRA Captain and Vice-Captain Choices
- Seren-Tanaka [PTs: 0, CR: 8.5]
- Yuma Nagai [PTs: 0, CR: 9.0]
- Shota Yamada [PTs: 0, CR: 9.5]
- Charles Masson [PTs: 192, CR: 8.5]
- Jean-Baptiste Forgues [PTs: 195, CR: 8.5]
- Gaspard Baumgarten [PTs: 270, CR: 9.0]
JPN vs FRA Injury / Unavailability
Japan Hockey Team Injuries:
- There are no injury updates as of now.
France Hockey Team Injuries:
- There are no injury updates as of now.
JPN vs FRA Live Stream
JPN vs FRA match will be live telecast on ESPN, JioHotstar.
JPN vs FRA Hockey Match Highlights
You can watch JPN vs FRA match Live Streaming and highlights on ESPN, JioHotstar
JPN vs FRA match prediction video in Hindi will be posted soon
Japan vs France (JPN vs FRA) Squads
Japan (JPN) Squad: Shota Yamada, Manabu Yamashita, Seren-Tanaka, Ken Nagayoshi, Yuma Nagai, Raiki Fujishima, Yusuke Kawamura, Kosei Kawabe, Yamato Kawahara, Takumi Kitagawa(GK), Ren Kashiwagi, Naru Kimura, Keita Watanabe, Yosei Oba(GK), Kazumasa Matsumoto, Yuito Matsuzaki, Tsubasa Tanaka, Yuki Chiba
France (FRA) Squad: Gaspard Baumgarten, Blaise Rogeau, Etienne Tynevez, Pieter van Straaten, Simon Martin Brisac, Branicki Maximilien, Clement Timothee, Victor Charlet, Nicolas Dumont, Jean-Baptiste Forgues, Viktor Lockwood, Amaury Bellenger, Corentin Saunier(GK), Arthur Thieffry(GK), Francois Goyet, Charles Masson, Eliot Curty, Gaspard Xavier, Edgar Reynaud(GK)
DISCLAIMER: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q-1, What is the Match prediction for today's JPN vs FRA match?
A-1, For JPN vs FRA, Japan will take on France at 2026-08-28 13:00:00 IST, and our expert prediction helps you pick the best Dream11 lineup for this exciting clash.
Q-2, What are the best Dream11 fantasy tips for JPN vs FRA?
A-2, Get smart Hockey fantasy tips for JPN vs FRA with safe small-league picks, high-upside grand-league options, and the latest injury updates from Possible11.
Q-3, Which small-league must-picks should I choose for today's Hockey match?
A-3, Check the latest small-league must-picks for today's Hockey game on the Possible11 website or app to build a stronger and safer fantasy team.
Q-4, Which grand-league must-picks are ideal for today's Hockey match?
A-4, Explore the top grand-league must-picks for today's Hockey match on Possible11 and pick bold players with high upside for bigger rewards.
Q-5, What are the best captain and vice-captain choices for JPN vs FRA?
A-5, Choose your captain and vice-captain carefully based on form, matchup, and recent performances, and check Possible11 for the latest expert suggestions.
Q-6, Are there any injury updates for JPN vs FRA today?
A-6, There are no major injury updates at the moment for JPN vs FRA, but we will update the app and website as soon as new news arrives.
Q-7, Where can I watch the live score for JPN vs FRA today?
A-7, You can follow the live score for JPN vs FRA on the Possible11.com website and the Possible11 app.
