The Netherlands and Japan meet in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opener on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 4 p.m. ET from Dallas Stadium, Dallas, Texas.
Netherlands, ranked eighth by FIFA, are appearing at their 12th World Cup, with their best finish a runner-up result achieved three times — in 1974, 1978, and 2010. Japan enter Group F ranked 18th by FIFA, appearing at their eighth World Cup, with their best finish a Round of 16 exit, a feat they have matched four times.
Below, we’ll give you all the details you need to know about how to watch this game.
How to Watch Netherlands vs. Japan
- When: Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. ET
- Where: Dallas Stadium, Dallas, TX
- TV: FOX
- Stream: Watch 3 days free on FOX One, FOX Sports, FOX Sports App
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Netherlands vs. Japan Odds
Netherlands World Cup Schedule
- June 11: Watch Mexico vs South Africa – Mexico City Stadium (3 p.m. ET)
- June 18: Watch Mexico vs South Korea – Guadalajara Stadium (9 p.m. ET)
- June 24: Watch Mexico vs Czechia – Mexico City Stadium (9 p.m. ET)
Japan World Cup Schedule
- June 11: Watch Mexico vs South Africa – Mexico City Stadium (3 p.m. ET)
- June 18: Watch Czechia vs South Africa – Atlanta Stadium (12 p.m. ET)
- June 24: Watch South Korea vs South Africa – Monterrey Stadium (9 p.m. ET)
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