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Japan equalizes late as Netherlands, Japan draw 2-2 in Dallas

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 4:30 AM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Japan equalizes late as Netherlands, Japan draw 2-2 in Dallas

Summary

The Netherlands and Japan played to a 2-2 draw in Dallas on June 15, with both teams scoring all their goals in the second half. The Netherlands took the lead twice before Japan equalized with a late header. Their performance raised questions about their strategy of crossing into the box, which ultimately proved effective in the end.

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Key Details

•The match occurred on June 15 in Dallas.
•All four goals were scored in the second half.
•The Netherlands led twice before Japan's equalizer.
•Japan's late header came after criticism of their tactics.

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Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Alex Abnos and Ben Fisher as the Netherlands and Japan play out a cracker in Dallas, while Germany put seven past Curaçao Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts and join the conversation on email. On the podcast today: Netherlands v Japan comes to life in the second half with all four goals in their 2-2 draw coming after the break. The Netherlands took the lead twice but Japan equalised with a late header just as everyone was questioning their decision to keep crossing into the box. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Presented by Max Rushden with Barry Glendenning, Alexander Abnos and Ben Fisher. Produced by Rory Symon and our executive producer is Joel Grove.

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