Two-time defending champions Japan versus the motherland of football, the United States — it couldn't have been a better matchup to conclude this tournament.

News photoQuarterback Tetsuo Takata helped pilot Japan to a 48-0 victory over Sweden on Thursday. He may see action in Sunday's title game against the United States. KYODO PHOTO

The teams with immense pride in football will face off in the final of the 3rd IFAF World Championships on Sunday at 3:10 p.m. at Kawasaki's Todoroki Stadium.