Netherlands vs Japan live updates: World Cup 2026 game latest news and buildup

Hello and welcome along to The Athletic’s coverage of the world’s biggest and best sporting tournament: the FIFA men’s World Cup.

Players, fans and officials from around the globe have descended on this year’s hosts U.S., Canada and Mexico in the hope of leaving with the ultimate prize: being crowned world champions.

Today’s match takes us to Group F and a contest between Netherlands and Japan. We can’t wait.

So, stick around for all the latest team news, analysis, play-by-play action and more, right here.