Kamada scores late equaliser as Japan draws with Netherlands at World Cup
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 10:20 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Japan's Daichi Kamada scored an 89th-minute equaliser against the Netherlands, resulting in a 2-2 draw during their Group F match at the 2026 World Cup in Dallas. The match saw action primarily in the second half, with Virgil van Dijk opening the scoring for the Netherlands in the 51st minute. Japan responded through Keito Nakamura in the 57th minute, only for Crysencio Summerville to put the Dutch back in front in the 64th minute. Kamada's late goal ensured both teams finished the match with a point. The game highlighted areas for improvement for both squads.
- •Match held on June 14, 2026, at Dallas Stadium.
- •Kamada scored in the 89th minute for Japan.
- •Netherlands led twice, with goals from van Dijk and Summerville.
- •First Group F match for both teams at the World Cup.
- •Attendance was 69,285.
- 10:20 PMBBC Sport — Kamada scores late equaliser for Japan
"Daichi Kamada diverted in an 89th-minute equaliser for Japan as they twice levelled to secure a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in this Group F opener.
"Watch as Japan's Daichi Kamada brings his side level to the Netherlands in their Group F fixture in the 2026 World Cup.
Sources
External links- BBC SportJun 14, 2026, 10:20 PMKamada scores late equaliser for Japan
Watch as Japan's Daichi Kamada brings his side level to the Netherlands in their Group F fixture in the 2026 World Cup.
- Sky Sports—Japan level it late to earn draw with the Netherlands
Daichi Kamada diverted in an 89th-minute equaliser for Japan as they twice levelled to secure a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in this Group F opener.
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