The Netherlands are considered the favorites in their match against Japan at the start of the 2026 World Cup
On Sunday, June 14, the Netherlands and Japan will face off in their first match of the 2026 World Cup in Group F.
Bookmakers favor the European team. The odds for a Netherlands win are 1.98, for a draw — 3.57, and for a Japan win — 3.78.
Analysts predict a 1-1 draw as the most likely outcome, with odds of 5.00.
The match will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, near Dallas. The opening whistle will sound at 11:00 p.m. Kyiv time.
The teams last met in 2013 in a friendly match and played to a 2-2 draw. At the 2010 World Cup, the Dutch celebrated a 1-0 victory.
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