Japan equalised twice to rescue a draw against Netherlands to kick off Group F at the 2026 World Cup. After a cagey first half, it was a terrific second period. Virgil van Dijk scored shortly after half-time with a pinpoint header before Keito Nakamura equalised from range seven minutes later.

Brazil's World Cup Round of 32 meeting with Japan on Monday ​comes with the chance for revenge for Carlo Ancelotti's squad and a test of how far he has taken ‌his team since a Tokyo collapse early in his tenure.

Rayan struggles to name a Japanese player ahead of Brazil's WC game vs. Japan

Japan and Sweden wrapped up the World Cup group stage with a 1-1 draw that saw both teams score a lovely goal.

Japan and Sweden’s World Cup match lit up AT&T Stadium on Thursday, with FIFA ordering the west‑side curtains closed — eliminating the glare that has long frustrated Cowboys fans. The move gave players and spectators a clear,