Netherlands, Sweden and Japan battle for World Cup knockout spots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 6:51 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
As Group F nears completion, Netherlands leads with four points, followed closely by Japan and Sweden. Netherlands faces Tunisia, while Japan and Sweden clash in critical matches on June 25 at 12 AM BST. A win for Netherlands likely secures top position, while Japan can advance with a draw, and Sweden must secure victory to stay in contention.
- •Netherlands leads Group F with four points.
- •Japan needs at least a draw to progress.
- •Sweden requires a win to ensure qualification.
- •Matches kick off at 12 AM BST on June 25.
- •The top two teams and eight best third-placed teams qualify.
- 6:51 AMYahoo Sports — What do Netherlands, Sweden and Japan need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group F?
- 6:50 AMYahoo Sports — What do Curacao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group E?
"Discover all the permutations for how the teams in Group F can qualify for the knockout rounds
"Germany are already through as group winners in Group E after beating Ivory Coast and Curacao
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 6:51 AMWhat do Netherlands, Sweden and Japan need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group F?
Discover all the permutations for how the teams in Group F can qualify for the knockout rounds
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 6:50 AMWhat do Curacao, Ivory Coast and Ecuador need to qualify for the World Cup knockouts from Group E?
Germany are already through as group winners in Group E after beating Ivory Coast and Curacao
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