Netherlands and Japan draw 2-2 at World Cup 2026, fans clean Dallas stadium

The Netherlands and Japan played out a 2-2 draw in their Group F match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The Dutch side led early through a Van Dijk header, Japan equalised via Nakamura, the Netherlands retook the lead before a late flurry saw Japan score twice in the 88th and 89th minutes. Both teams finished the match with ten shots each and the Netherlands held 59% possession.

After the final whistle, Japanese supporters gathered to tidy the spectator areas, collecting litter and separating it into blue bags that had been used for celebratory chants. NFL quarterback Jameis Winston joined the cleanup effort, underscoring the fans' emphasis on responsibility and community values that are taught from school age in Japan.