Ibn Jamil
a> surprisingly chose one Asian country as his favorite dark horse team in the 2026
WORLD CUP. The actor, who is also a sports presenter, sees great potential in the national team of the Sakura country.
"All big teams have the same chance, even dark horse teams have the same chance. In fact, I'm slightly backing Japan," said Ibn Jamil when met in the Kuningan area, South Jakarta, a while ago.
1. Japan Has a Neat Game

Ibnu Jamil in the midst of the audience © instagram.com/ibnujamilo
This man born in Jakarta assesses that Japan has a very neat and disciplined game system in every line. This becomes a valuable asset for them to be able to provide fierce resistance to other giant countries.
"Japan for me," he said.
2. Backing England

Ibnu Jamil in the midst of the crowd © instagram.com/ibnujamilo
Regarding the chances of his other favorite team, England, Ibnu predicts that Harry Kane and his friends have a promising path ahead. He is optimistic that the Three Lions can at least reach the quarter-finals or even the semi-finals.
3. England's Chances to Reach the Semifinals

Ibnu Jamil wears sunglasses © instagram.com/ibnujamilo
"England, at least the quarter-finals, the semi-finals are possible. After that, we will see their development, how prepared they are," he said.
4. Qualifications Cannot Be a Benchmark

Ibnu Jamil celebrates Japan's goal © instagram.com/ibnujamilo
The tournament involving 48 countries is seen as an opportunity for all national teams to regroup. Ibnu believes that the match records in the qualification round cannot be an absolute guarantee for success in the final match.
5. All Teams Have a Chance

Ibnu Jamil wears a white t-shirt © instagram.com/ibnujamilo
"Because all teams have another chance to regroup, another chance to revise the mistakes they made yesterday," he said.
6. 2026 WORLD CUP in Three Countries

Japan's match in the World Cup © instagram.com/ibnujamilo
The 2026 WORLD CUP will be held festively in three host countries starting from June 11. Ibnu feels that the competition will be very open for anyone who has the strongest physical and mental readiness. "It will go back to 0-0 again because all teams will prepare again," he said.
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Disclaimer: This translation from Bahasa Indonesia to English has been generated by Artificial Intelligence.