FIFA World Cup 2026 | Netherlands vs Japan LIVE updates: Group F match gets underway
The Netherlands are putting pressure on themselves to go far in the World Cup when they start campaign against Japan
The Dutch have been to the World Cup final three times before, the last time in 2010, but lost on each occasion and come into this edition among the leading contenders again. The Dutch starts their World Cup campaign against the Japan on June 14, 2026.The Netherlands will have goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen and top scorer Memphis Depay both ready to play in the team’s World Cup opener.
Despite the shock retirement of Wataru Endo, Japan has Takefusa Kobo, Ayase Ueda, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Ritsu Doan in their squad. Follow LIVE updates here Foul by Frenkie de Jong (Netherlands). Ayase Ueda (Japan) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Foul by Micky van de Ven (Netherlands). Keito Nakamura (Japan) wins a free kick on the left wing. Attempt saved.
Donyell Malen (Netherlands) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the bottom left corner by Zion Suzuki (Japan). Assisted by Cody Gakpo. Corner, Netherlands.
Conceded by Zion Suzuki. First Half begins. Lineups are announced and players are warming up.
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