Netherlands vs Japan: free-to-air broadcast, kickoff time and probable line-ups
Match Report·14 June 2026·61d ago

Netherlands vs Japan: free-to-air broadcast, kickoff time and probable line-ups

Source: Il Messaggero – Roma

The Netherlands begin their tournament campaign against Japan with much to prove after their elimination at the quarter-final stage in 2022, when they lost on penalties to Argentina. Coach Koeman's side are not considered favourites by analysts, but the Dutch have assembled a balanced squad combining experienced players with younger talent. Donyell Malen is set to lead the attack, with Wout Weghorst available as a substitute option.

Japan represent one of football's most rapidly developing nations in recent years and bring some recognisable names from European football to the tournament, including Suzuki and Kamada. The match offers the Netherlands a chance to overturn low expectations and secure a strong opening result.

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sabato 13 giugno 2026, 17:36 - Ultimo agg. 14 giugno, 10:21 1 di 4 1 Minuto di Lettura L'Olanda inizia il torneo con molti pronostici da ribaltare. La nazionale di Koeman, eliminata ai quarti nel 2022 nella lotteria dei rigori contro l'Argentina, cerca il riscatto nonostante gli analisti non la…

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