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Saitama, Japan
Saitama Stadium
Venue information
Located just north of Tokyo, 9 kilometers (5.5 miles) from the
center of Urawa City, the soccer stadium was designed with the
environment in mind, using channeled rainwater to water the grass,
and solar panels allowing it to conserve energy during the daytime.
The stadium also has two nurseries and 1,300 toilets -- more than
any of Japan's other venues.
Problems with the field's surface
during a Japan-Italy friendly in November 2001 had prompted stadium
officials to consider replanting the grass before the World Cup.
Recently, the stadium has been used for Japan-South Korea youth
soccer matches promoting friendship between the co-host nations.
| Match Schedule |
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| Day |
Teams |
Time (ET) |
| June 6 |
Saudia Arabia vs. Cameroon |
5:00 a.m. |
| June 2 |
Sweden vs. England |
5:30 a.m. |
| June 4 |
Japan vs. Belgium |
5:00 a.m. |
| Full Schedule |
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The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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