Netherlands Vs Japan, FIFA World Cup: See Best Photos Of Group F Match From Texas' Dallas Stadium
Netherlands Vs Japan Match Photos: The FIFA World Cup 2026 awaits a tactical masterclass in Group F as the Netherlands face Japan at Dallas Stadium on June 15, Monday. Ronald Koeman’s Oranje enter as narrow favorites, anchored by captain Virgil van Dijk and the creative vision of Frenkie de Jong. With Memphis Depay back from injury and Cody Gakpo leading a potent attack, the Dutch look to impose their signature control. Conversely, Hajime Moriyasu’s Samurai Blue arrive battle-hardened and resilient. Despite the late, heartbreaking withdrawal of captain Wataru Endo, Japan remains a dangerous giant killer. Playmaker Takefusa Kubo will be the primary engine, expected to exploit spaces against a high Dutch line, while striker Ayase Ueda—who plays his club football in the Netherlands—could provide the decisive edge. With both sides desperate for an opening win, this match serve as the definitive measuring stick for a competitive Group F.
Fans conduct an "Orange Walk" to Dallas Stadium before the World Cup Group F soccer match between Japan and the Netherlands, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. AP Photo/LM Otero
A fan of Japan holds his country's flag prior to the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Fans conduct an "Orange Walk" to Dallas Stadium before the World Cup Group F soccer match between Japan and the Netherlands, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. AP Photo/LM Otero
Fans from front left to right, Nicky Tobon, Taylor McDonnell, John McDougall and Chris Neill cheer before the World Cup Group F soccer match between Japan and the Netherlands, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. AP Photo/LM Otero
Japan fans cheer before the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Jessica Tobias
Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu walks onto the pitch before the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Fans conduct an "Orange Walk" to Dallas Stadium before the World Cup Group F soccer match between Japan and the Netherlands, Sunday, June 14, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. AP Photo/LM Otero
Dutch fans cheer before the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Flags are displayed on the pitch for the national anthem before the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Jessica Tobias
Japan team pose for a group photo prior to a World Cup Group F soccer match against the Netherlands in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
The Netherlands team pose for a group photo prior to a World Cup Group F soccer match against Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Netherlands' Frenkie de Jong (21) and Japan's Daizen Maeda chase the ball during a World Cup Group F soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Japan's Daizen Maeda views the ball during a World Cup Group F soccer match against the Netherlands in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Japan's Keito Nakamura controls the ball during a World Cup Group F soccer match against the Netherlands in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Netherlands' Ryan Gravenberch (8) and Crysencio Summerville (24) compete for the ball against Japan's Daichi Kamada (15) during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Sam Hodde
Japan's Keito Nakamura controls the ball during a World Cup Group F soccer match against the Netherlands in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Signage for a hydration break is displayed during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Sam Hodde
Japan's players take a water break during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Members of the Netherlands cool down during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Jessica Tobias
Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman reacts during a World Cup Group F soccer match against Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Netherlands' Cody Gakpo, bottom, shoots during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Sam Hodde
Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki (1) makes a save during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Jessica Tobias
Netherlands' Frenkie de Jong, left, and Japan's Takefusa Kubo fight for the ball during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Japan's Ayase Ueda (18) and Netherlands' Virgil van Dijk battle for the ball during a World Cup Group F soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Netherlands' Jan Paul van Hecke uses ice pack during half-time break during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki (1) is beaten by a header from Netherlands' Virgil van Dijk (4) for the opening goal during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Netherlands' Virgil van Dijk (4) celebrates scoring his side's first goal against Japan during a World Cup Group F soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
Netherlands goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen (1) is beaten by a shot from Japan's Keito Nakamura (13) for their first goal during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Japan's Ayase Ueda, left, and Keito Nakamura celebrate after a goal during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Netherlands' Crysencio Summerville receives a yellow card during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki fails to save second goal during the World Cup Group F soccer match between the Netherlands and Japan in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Tony Guttierez
Netherlands' Crysencio Summerville, right, celebrates scoring his side's second goal against Japan during a World Cup Group F soccer match in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Sunday, June 14, 2026. AP Photo/Julio Cortez
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