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

A hard-fought draw with Sweden sends Japan to the round of 32, where rising star goalkeeper Zion Suzuki faces his biggest test yet against powerhouse Brazil

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,