OITA -- Belgium's hopes of advancing to the next round of World Cup play have dimmed after being held to a 1-1 draw by Tunisia in Group H action Monday evening at Big Eye Oita Stadium.

With the result, Japan tops the group with four points, followed by Russia on three points, Belgium on two points and Tunisia with one point.

For Japan, a draw will be enough to qualify for the next round when it plays Tunisia in its final group game in Osaka. The cohost can make it to the Round of 16 even with a loss as long as the final score is within one goal.