| Netherlands wins | Draw | Japan wins |
|---|---|---|
| 2.004 | 3.675 | 3.925 |
| Netherlands | Japan |
|---|---|
All Competitions | All Competitions |
LAST GAME: | LAST GAME: |
Event Details
- Date and Time: Sunday, June 14, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT
- Venue: Dallas Stadium, Arlington, USA
- Competition: FIFA World Cup
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Netherlands vs Japan | Sunday, June 14, 2026, 5 PM EDT |
| Netherlands odds | +108 |
| Japan odds | +255 |
| Draw | +250 |
| Over/Under | Total 2.5: -111/-114 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Netherlands vs Japan Preview and Team News
Netherlands Team News
Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands will face their direct rivals for top spot in the Group F standings on Matchday 1. The Oranje qualified for the World Cup with ease, winning six of their eight fixtures and scoring an impressive 27 goals.
Their winning form has continued this year with impressive victories over Norway and Uzbekistan.
Donyell Malen is expected to be a crucial player at the top of the field, having scored seven of his 14 Serie A goals at the end of last season in his final eight appearances. Frenkie de Jong and Ryan Gravenberch will be tasked with controlling the game.
Koeman will be without Jurrien Timber for the World Cup, as the right-back picked up an injury during training and has subsequently been replaced by Sunderland’s Lutsharel Geertruida.
Netherlands predicted lineup vs Japan (4-3-3): Verbruggen; Dumfries, van Hecke, van Dijk, de Ven; Gravenberch, Reijnders, de Jong; Summerville, Malen, Gakpo
Japan Team News
Hajime Moriyasu has high hopes for his Japan team this summer, having stated that the talent within the squad should be capable of winning the World Cup. The Samurai Blue have been consistent in recent editions of the tournament, reaching the round of 16 in each of the last two.
Japan were excellent during qualifying, winning 13 of their 16 fixtures, scoring a remarkable 54 goals, and conceding just three. Their high-quality performances have continued since, with victories over Brazil, Ghana, and England.
Their prowess at both ends of the field has been displayed in recent internationals, as Japan have won each of their last five matches without conceding a goal.
Kaoru Mitoma is a big miss due to injury, but the team look well-stocked at the top of the field. Yuito Suzuki, Ayase Ueda, and Kento Shiogai have all shown strong recent form, while Daizen Maeda enters the tournament red-hot after scoring nine goals in his last seven appearances.
Japan predicted lineup vs Netherlands (3-4-2-1): Suzuki; Tomiyasu, Yoshida, Itakura; Doan, Endo, Tanaka, Nakamura; Kubo, Maeda; Ueda
Netherlands vs Japan Prediction
- Pick: Japan to Win
- Odds: +255 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Netherlands 0-2 Japan
Japan could be primed for a statement win on Matchday 1 of the World Cup. They come into the tournament in red-hot form, having won six straight games while recording clean sheets in each of their previous five.
Their performance levels in wins over Brazil and England should concern the Netherlands, as Japan thrived on the counterattack with their pace in wide areas.
The Oranje have looked vulnerable this year and have failed to show dynamic attacking play, scoring more than once in just one of their previous three encounters. Defensively, they are also vulnerable, especially in transition, as they failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their four internationals in 2026.
Netherlands vs Japan Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Ayase Ueda to Score
- Odds: +265 (20Bet)
Ayase Ueda could be one of the emerging breakout stars at the World Cup this summer. The 27-year-old enjoyed an excellent season in the Netherlands with Feyenoord, scoring 25 goals in 31 starts.
His form coming into the tournament is excellent, with three goals in his last five games. Ueda has shown his effectiveness at international level, scoring 16 times in his last 27 matches.
His clinical nature makes him a standout attacking threat, with a 50% conversion rate with the national team.
Netherlands vs Japan Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- FOX (USA)
- TSN (Canada)
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