Dutch Record Tested as Japan Target Giant-Killing Opener
The Netherlands and Japan launch their Group F campaigns in Dallas with both nations effectively tied at the top of the standings and seeking an early advantage in the title race.
Ronald Koeman leads the Netherlands into his third major tournament as a player or manager, but his side arrives with questions to answer. A recent 1-0 defeat to Algeria and a narrow 2-1 victory over Uzbekistan—secured only by two Cody Gakpo penalties—suggest the Oranje are still searching for their best rhythm. Despite this, they remain in control of their destiny as they look to extend a formidable unbeaten run in World Cup group stages.
Japan enter the tournament in blistering form, having won five consecutive matches without conceding a single goal, including 1-0 victories over England and Iceland. Manager Hajime Moriyasu has built a highly coherent squad that famously defeated both Germany and Spain in the previous World Cup, and they arrive in Arlington with the momentum of a side capable of another statement result.
Goals scored and conceded.
Per-game averages at this tournament — updates as the games are played.
Both teams across every game at this tournament.
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Every tournament game combined — Netherlands 4 games, Japan 4 games.
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Their recent form.
The road to the final.
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