Netherlands vs Japan FIFA World Cup 2026: Kick-off Time and Starting XI

Japan and Netherlands will meet in a high stakes World Cup clash at Dallas. The game is scheduled to begin at 1 AM PKT, June 15.

Following an exciting start to the tournament in North America, this match is shaping up to be one of the most eagerly awaited games of the group stage. Japan is widely seen as one of the strongest underdog teams in the competition.

The Netherlands are expected to be the favorites to secure a place in the knockout rounds, but their first group-stage game will be a tough challenge against a dangerous Japanese side. Japan will be aiming to make history by reaching the semifinals for the first time.

Both Japan and Netherlands have revealed their starting XI for the upcoming encounter, showcasing that they are ready to dominate the field. Let’s take a look at their lineups below.

Netherlands Starting XI

Verbruggen; Dumfries, van Hecke, van Dijk, van de Ven; Gravenberch, de Jong, Reijnders; Summerville, Malen, Gakpo

Japan Starting XI

Suzuki; Taniguchi, Watanabe, Itō; Dōan, Sano, Kamada, Nakamura; Maeda, Kubo; Ueda