Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands in their opening match of Group F at World Cup 2026, played at Dallas stadium in the US, on 15/6. Photo: AP

In a thrilling encounter at Dallas stadium in the US on 15/6, Japan held the Netherlands to a 2-2 draw in their opening match of Group F at World Cup 2026. The Japanese team displayed remarkable resilience, coming from behind two times to level the score.

The starting lineups for the match were:

Netherlands: Bart Verbruggen, Van Dijk, Van Hecke, Van De Ven, Denzel Dumfries, Gravenberch, Tijjiani Reijnders, Frenkie De Jong, Cody Gakpo, Donyell Malen, Summerville.

Japan: Zion Suzuki, Shogo Taniguchi, Tsuyoshi Watanabe, Hiroki Ito, Takefusa Kubo, Ritsu Doan, Daichi Maeda, Keito Nakamura, Daichi Kamada, Kaishu Sano, Ayase Ueda.

Hieu Luong