Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan on June 14, 2026, in World Cup Group F play. Coach Ronald Koeman stated this performance should be the 'minimal standard' if the Dutch are to win the World Cup.
'Japan is a very strong team, so we can be satisfied with the draw,' Koeman said. 'I saw a lot of good things in the Netherlands' performance.'
The result leaves both teams on one point after the opening round of Group F, where Curaçao and Uruguay are also competing.
Koeman's remarks suggest the Netherlands expects to dominate performances in upcoming matches as they progress through the group stage.
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