Result Netherlands vs Japan, Sunday, 14 June 2026, World Cup Group F

The Netherlands and Japan played to a 2-2 draw in their opening Group F match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. It was a disappointing outcome for the Dutch, who were favored to win. On the other hand, for Japan, it felt almost like a victory since they managed to equalize after trailing in the game.

Simply put, the Netherlands couldn't secure a win against Japan (2-2), as they equalized twice after falling behind: Nakamura and Kamada responded to goals from Van Dijk and Summerville.

The Netherlands, under the management of Ronald Koeman,  comes in as a solid and technically skilled group. Unfortunately, they will miss Jurriën Timber and their first-choice goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen, both of whom sustained injuries before the tournament. Memphis Depay continues to be their main offensive threat.

Japan's strength is rooted in their teamwork and disciplined tactical approach. However, they faced a major setback with the retirement of veteran midfielder Wataru Endo. Ayase Ueda is set to be the key player in their attack after an impressive qualifying campaign.

👉   Serie A players called up for  🇳🇱    the Netherlands National team:

• Inter defender Denzel Dumfries


• Juventus midfielder Teun Koopmeiners


• Atalanta midfielder Marten de Roon


• AS Roma forward Donyell Malen

👉  Serie A players called up for  🇯🇵   the Japan National team:

• Parma goalkeeper Aya Suzuki

 

👉   Click here for  Full 2026 World Cup Squad Lists – Confirmed rosters for all 48 teams.

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🏆👉 🇳🇱 Netherlands 1 - 0 Japan 🇯🇵

In the 51st minute, Virgil Van Dijk capped off the play with a brilliant header into the bottom right corner. He scored with a header from a perfect cross delivered by Gravemberch from the right.



 

🏆👉 🇳🇱 Netherlands 1 - 1 Japan 🇯🇵

⚽️ In the 57th minute, Keito Nakamura scored a stunning equalizer for Japan with a fantastic shot from the edge of the Dutch penalty area after receiving a pass from Kubo. The strike seemed to take everyone by surprise as it deflected off Van Hecke before settling into the bottom left corner.



 

🏆👉 🇳🇱 Netherlands 2 - 1 Japan 🇯🇵

⚽️ In the 64th minute, Summerville scored with a fantastic curling shot from the right side of the Japan penalty area. Summerville came in from the right, cut inside, and with a left-footed curve, he beat Suzuki. Suzuki had no chance, and just like that, it's a goal!!!!



 

🏆👉 🇳🇱 Netherlands 2 - 2 Japan 🇯🇵

⚽️ In the 88th minute, Daichi Kamada scored with a header to level the score for Japan. It was a fantastic cross from the substitute that reached Ogawa's head. He then directed the ball to Kamada, who sent it soaring past Verbruggen in the Dutch goal.

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The Netherlands official starting lineup against Japan

 



 

Japan official starting lineup against the Netherlands

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World Cup Group F Matchday 1

🇳🇱   Netherlands - Japan  🇯🇵
Competition: 2026 FIFA World Cup — Group F, Matchday 1

• Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026


• Kick-off Time: 4:00 PM Local Time  


• Venue: AT&T Stadium, Dallas, Texas

Referee: Ismail Elfath USA
Assistant Referee 1: Corey Parker USA
Assistant Referee 2: Kyle Atkins USA
Fourth Official: Katia Garcia MEX
Reserve AR: Sandra Ramirez MEX
VAR: Armando Villarreal USA
AVAR: Rodolpho Toski BRA
SVAR: Tomasz Kwiatkowski POL

⚽️ Goals:

🟨 Yellow Cards:

✅ Official lineups - Tabellino:

Netherlands Lineup: 4-3-3: Bart Verbruggen; Denzel Dumfries, Jan Paul van Hecke, Virgil van Dijk, Micky van de Ven; Ryan Gravenberch, Frenkie de Jong, Tijjani Reijnders; Crysencio Summerville, Donyell Malen, Cody Gakpo.

Substitutes:Mark Flekken (GK), Robin Roefs (GK), Lutsharel Geertruida, Nathan Aké, Jorrel Hato, Mats Wieffer, Quentin Timber, Guus Til, Teun Koopmeiners, Memphis Depay, Wouter Weghorst, Noa Lang, Justin Kluivert, Brian Brobbey.

Coach: Ronald Koeman

Japan lineup 3-4-2-1: Zion Suzuki; Shogo Taniguchi, Tsuyoshi Watanabe, Hiroki Ito; Ritsu Doan, Daichi Kamada, Ao Tanaka, Keito Nakamura; Takefusa Kubo, Junya Ito; Ayase Ueda

Substitutes: Keisuke Osako (GK), Tomoki Hayakawa (GK), Yuto Nagatomo, Yukinari Sugawara, Ko Itakura, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Ayumu Seko, Kaishu Sano, Yuito Suzuki, Daizen Maeda, Keisuke Goto, Junnosuke Suzuki, Koki Ogawa, Kento Shiogai

Head Coach: Hajime Moriyasu

 



 

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