Netherlands vs Japan Result: Netherlands 2–2 Japan — World Cup 2026 Matchday 1
Quick answer: Netherlands 2–2 Japan at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on June 14, 2026 — Group F, Match 11. Scorers: Netherlands: Virgil van Dijk (50'), Crysencio Summerville (64'). Japan: Keito Nakamura (57'), Daichi Kamada (88').
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Final Score
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Result | Netherlands 2–2 Japan |
| Group | F |
| Match | #11 (Matchday 1) |
| Date | June 14, 2026 |
| Kickoff (local) | 17:00 |
| Venue | AT&T Stadium, Arlington |
| Stage | Group stage — Matchday 1 |
| Goal scorers | Netherlands: Virgil van Dijk 50', Crysencio Summerville 64'; Japan: Keito Nakamura 57', Daichi Kamada 88' |
Goal Scorers
- 50'Virgil van Dijk
- 64'Crysencio Summerville
- 57'Keito Nakamura
- 88'Daichi Kamada
Match Summary
Japan came from behind twice to draw 2-2 with the Netherlands at AT&T Stadium. Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville scored for the Netherlands before Keito Nakamura and Daichi Kamada earned Japan a point.
Player of the match: Daichi Kamada.
Key Moments
- Virgil van Dijk put the Netherlands ahead in the 50th minute.
- Keito Nakamura leveled for Japan seven minutes later.
- Crysencio Summerville restored the Dutch lead in the 64th minute before Daichi Kamada equalized in the 88th.
Group F Standings After Matchday 1
Netherlands and Japan on one point — Sweden's 5-1 win puts them top of Group F after Matchday 1.
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What This Means for Netherlands & Japan
Netherlands share the points from Matchday 1. Japan also earn a point.
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What's Next — Matchday 2
| Team | Next fixture |
|---|---|
| Netherlands | Full schedule — Group F |
| Japan | Full schedule — Group F |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Netherlands vs Japan score at World Cup 2026?
Netherlands 2–2 Japan — played at AT&T Stadium, Arlington on June 14, 2026 (Group F, Matchday 1).
Who won Netherlands vs Japan World Cup 2026?
The match ended in a 2–2 draw.
Where was Netherlands vs Japan played?
AT&T Stadium, Arlington — kickoff 17:00 local time.
What group is Netherlands vs Japan in?
Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How does this result affect Group F?
Netherlands and Japan on one point — Sweden's 5-1 win puts them top of Group F after Matchday 1.
Who scored in Netherlands vs Japan?
Netherlands: Virgil van Dijk 50', Crysencio Summerville 64'. Japan: Keito Nakamura 57', Daichi Kamada 88'.