North Korea Cancels 2026 World Cup Qualifier Match
abrupt cancellation leaves Japan as automatic winner
North Korea's Withdrawal Leaves Japan Advancing
North Korea has unexpectedly withdrawn from their scheduled 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Japan, resulting in Japan being declared the winner by default. The match was set to be held on March 26 in Pyongyang, North Korea.
Last modified on Fri 22 Mar 2024 1401 EDT North Korea has abruptly cancelled its 2026 World Cup qualifying match. Visit ESPN for North Korea live scores video highlights and latest news Find standings and the full 2025 season. Japan will meet North Korea for a 2026 World Cup qualifier in Pyongyang on March 26 the Japanese. North Korea finished in third place The following year in the 1990 World Cup qualifiers North Korea finished top of. CNN After more than three years of going missing from world soccer North Korean striker Han. Japan has been declared the winner of its cancelled World Cup qualifying match against North Korea.
The reasons behind North Korea's cancellation are unclear. The country has been under increasing international pressure due to its nuclear and missile programs, and it is possible that the withdrawal is related to these tensions.
The cancellation of the match is a major disappointment for the Japanese team, who were hoping to make their fifth consecutive World Cup appearance. However, Japan will now automatically advance to the next round of qualifying, which will be held in 2025.
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