Kamada’s 88th‑minute header earns Japan a 2‑2 draw with Netherlands
Japan faced the Netherlands in the opening match of the 2026 World Cup group stage. The Dutch side took the lead twice in the second half, but defensive lapses allowed Japan to come back.
Daichi Kamada’s 88th‑minute header leveled the score at 2‑2, giving the Asian side a morale boost. The draw sets up a tight points race for both teams as the group competition intensifies.
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