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Netherlands vs Japan (2026-06-14T20:00:00.000Z)

FIFA World Cup Round 1
  • Dallas Stadium
  • Ismail Elfath
2 - 2Full time

Netherlands vs Japan (2026-06-14T20:00:00.000Z)


Match review

Netherlands 2-2 Japan: Kamada snatches dramatic late draw to complete comeback

Netherlands looked set to clinch all three points in their World Cup opener, but Daichi Kamada and Japan had other ideas.


Momentum

    Top stats

    Ball possession
    60%
    40%
  • 0.78
    Expected goals (xG)
    0.59
  • 10
    Total shots
    10
  • 33
    Touches in opposition box
    19

Events

+3 minutes added
Virgil van Dijk (1 - 0)Header, assist by Ryan Gravenberch
50‎’‎
57‎’‎
83‎’‎
88‎’‎
+6 minutes added
90‎’‎+1
7.0

Netherlands

4-3-3

6.7

Japan

3-4-2-1
7.0
Netherlands
4-3-3
5.8
1Verbruggen
81‎’‎
8.4
8Gravenberch
6.7
Japan
3-4-2-1

Coach

Coach

Substitutes

Team form


    Top stats

    Ball possession
    60%
    40%
  • 0.78
    Expected goals (xG)
    0.59
  • 10
    Total shots
    10
  • 33
    Touches in opposition box
    19

Player of the Match

Ryan Gravenberch
Netherlands
8.4

About the match

    Netherlands faces Japan at Dallas Stadium on Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 20:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. F. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Netherlands and Japan have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Netherlands vs Japan live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Netherlands (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.
    Japan (3-4-2-1): Zion Suzuki - Tsuyoshi Watanabe, Shogo Taniguchi, Hiroki Ito - Ritsu Doan, Kaishu Sano, Daichi Kamada, Keito Nakamura - Takefusa Kubo, Daizen Maeda - Ayase Ueda.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Netherlands and Japan have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Netherlands 1 win(s), Japan 0 win(s), and 1 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Netherlands vs Japan, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Dallas StadiumArlington, Texas, United States
Capacity108,713
Attendance69,285
64%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
28°C
  • Ismail Elfath

Who will win?


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Dallas StadiumArlington, Texas, United States
Capacity108,713
Attendance69,285
64%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
28°C

About the match

    Netherlands faces Japan at Dallas Stadium on Sun, Jun 14, 2026, 20:00 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Grp. F. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Netherlands and Japan have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Netherlands vs Japan live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Netherlands (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.
    Japan (3-4-2-1): Zion Suzuki - Tsuyoshi Watanabe, Shogo Taniguchi, Hiroki Ito - Ritsu Doan, Kaishu Sano, Daichi Kamada, Keito Nakamura - Takefusa Kubo, Daizen Maeda - Ayase Ueda.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Netherlands and Japan have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Netherlands 1 win(s), Japan 0 win(s), and 1 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Netherlands vs Japan, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

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