Match preview

Netherlands meet Japan in a group stage Group F tie at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The Netherlands are three-time runners-up and one of football's most stylish nations despite never winning the trophy. Coached by Ronald Koeman and captained by Virgil van Dijk, the Oranje reached the quarter-finals in 2022. They remain serious contenders.

Japan arrive with their own ambitions. Japan are Asia's standard-bearers, having qualified for every World Cup since 1998 and stunned Germany and Spain in 2022. Coached by Hajime Moriyasu, the Samurai Blue boast a deep pool of European-based talent. They are determined to finally reach the quarter-finals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Netherlands vs Japan?

Netherlands face Japan on Sun Jun 14 · 8:00 PM GMT at AT&T Stadium, Arlington.

Where is the match being played?

AT&T Stadium in Arlington, USA (capacity 80,000).

What competition is this match part of?

It is a Group Stage (Group F) fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

What was the result?

Netherlands 2 – 2 Japan.