π―π΅ Japan
Adidas
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π¦πΊ Australia
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The biggest Asian football rivalry in the modern AFC era. Adidas Samurai Blue faces Nike Socceroos in a meeting between two of the most consistent recent Asian World Cup sides.
Japan and Australia have met repeatedly in AFC qualifying, the Asian Cup, and friendlies since Australia joined the AFC in 2006. The rivalry has produced many of the most-watched Asian football matches of the past two decades.
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Comparison Table
Real team data pulled from the current 2026 dataset.
| Category | π―π΅ Japan | π¦πΊ Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Adidas | Nike |
| Primary Colour | Blue | #f0c419 |
| Away Colour | White | Dark green away strip with yellow accents and a smart technical finish. |
| Group | F | D |
| Kit Status | Confirmed | Confirmed |
| Star Players | Takefusa Kubo, Kaoru Mitoma, Wataru Endo | Harry Souttar, Jackson Irvine, Mat Ryan |
| Home Kit Notes | Deep blue home shirt with crisp white and red detailing inspired by speed. | Golden home colours with rich green trim and a clear Socceroos identity. |
ποΈ Most Classic
π¦πΊ Australia
Australia gold-and-green is the more traditional Asian football template.
Explore Australia's kit βπ₯ Boldest Design
π―π΅ Japan
Japan consistently produces the most design-forward kits in the AFC.
Explore Japan's kit βπ Best for Neutrals
π―π΅ Japan
Japan shirts have crossed over into European fashion in a way Australia kits have not.
Explore Japan's kit βπ Best Buy
π―π΅ Japan
Japan shirts retain value better on the resale market.
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