With victory against Costa Rica and results favoring them elsewhere in Qatar's "Group of Death", Japan could book their last-16 place on Sunday.
Japan's stunning victory over Germany in their opening match put them in an enviable position in Group E, while Costa Rica were thumped 7-0 by Spain.
Costa Rica will need a total reversal of form against the Samurai Blue — who will have a confirmed place in the knockouts if both they and Spain triumph.
Here’s everything you need to know to watch the match in the USA on TV or online via live stream.
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Japan vs Costa Rica TV channel in USA
- Date: November 27, 2022
- Time: 5:00 a.m ET
- TV channel: FS1, Telemundo
This match will broadcast on Fox Sports 1 in the USA.
For Spanish speakers, Telemundo will be hosting Japan's showdown with Costa Rica.
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Watch Japan vs Costa Rica online in USA
- Date: November 27, 2022
- Time: 5:00 a.m ET
- Live stream: fuboTV, Fox Sports app, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, Peacock
Streaming site fuboTV will be broadcasting matches throughout the tournament for English and Spanish speakers, offering a free trial for new users in the USA.
English coverage will also be available on the Fox Sports app, as long as you have a registered account.
Telemundo's online streaming service, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, will house their Spanish language coverage.
Japan vs Costa Rica free live stream in USA
Unfortunately, USA viewers will not have the option of a free live streaming service during the World Cup.
However, fuboTV are offering a free trial for the Qatar tournament, which is available exclusively to US customers.
How to watch World Cup 2022 in USA
Fox will show every single match in Qatar on TV, while the Fox Sports App will provide coverage online. For Spanish speakers, Telemundo will host most matches on TV, with Universo set to show a few too.
Fans streaming matches online will have the additional options of fuboTV and Peacock for any match at this year's tournament.
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Japan vs Costa Rica live stream, TV channel
With three points already in their pocket after the shock comeback win over Germany, Japan know that if they can beat group minnows Costa Rica, they will be in an ideal position to advance heading into the final Group E matchday. And the more goals they can score against Los Ticos, the better their chances will be.
Here's how you can watch all the action in the US.
| Date | Time | TV Channel | Streaming |
| Sunday, Nov. 27 | 05:00 ET | FS1, Telemundo | fuboTV, Fox Sports site/app, Telemundo Deportes site/app, Peacock |