Japan and the Netherlands play to a 2-2 draw in both teams’ World Cup opener. Japan looks close to losing for much of the match against a higher-ranked Dutch side before Daichi Kamada scores in the 88th minute to equalize. His goal comes from a header off Koki Ogawa’s corner kick, sparking a late surge and leaving Japan level as the game reaches its final moments. Multiple outlets highlight that Japan had been minutes away from an opening defeat, with the Netherlands’ quality and momentum presented as key factors earlier in the contest. While the reports differ slightly in framing—some emphasize the match’s late turning point and others note broader expectations—the core result is consistent across sources: Japan secures a point at the end through Kamada’s late equalizer. The draw sets the next stage for both teams in Group F as they continue their tournament campaigns following the shared result in their first match.
Daichi Kamada’s late header earns Japan a 2-2 draw with Netherlands in World Cup opener
Japan and the Netherlands play to a 2-2 draw in both teams’ World Cup opener. Japan looks close to losing for much of the match against a higher-ranked Dutch side before Daichi Kamada scores in the 88...
- Japan and the Netherlands finish their World Cup Group F opener 2-2.
- Daichi Kamada scores for Japan with a header in the 88th minute.
- The goal is off a corner taken by Koki Ogawa.
- The equalizer prevents Japan from an opening-loss outcome late in the match.
- All sources describe Kamada’s late strike as the decisive moment for Japan’s comeback.
Daichi Kamada and Japan looked destined to open their World Cup campaign with a defeat, a result few would have questioned against a formidable Dutch side. Instead, Kamada deliver...
2 months agoDaichi Kamada and his Japanese teammates were minutes away from a World Cup -opening loss that wouldn’t have been unexpected considering the opponent.
2 months agoARLINGTON, Texas — Daichi Kamada and his Japanese teammates were minutes away from a World Cup -opening loss that wouldn’t have been unexpected considering the opponent. His tying goal will be remembered for a long time in his homeland, especially if the country with some soccer momentum reaches the round of 16 again. Kamada scored on a header off Koki Ogawa’s corner kick in the 88th minute, sending the Samurai Blue fans into a frenzy and giving Japan a 2-2 draw with the higher-ranked Netherlands on Sunday. READ: Wataru Endo out of World Cup, retires from Japan duty A four-goal […]...Keep on reading: World Cup: Kamada's late header gives Japan 2-2 draw vs Netherlands
2 months agoDaichi Kamada scored on a header off Koki Ogawa's corner kick in the 88th minute, sending the Samurai Blue fans into a frenzy and giving Japan a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their World Cup opener.
2 months agoDaichi Kamada scored on a header off Koki Ogawa's corner kick in the 88th minute, sending the Samurai Blue fans into a frenzy and giving Japan a 2-2…
2 months ago
Nkandla architect Minenhle Makhanya ordered to repay over R147 million to Treasury
The Special Tribunal orders Nkandla project architect Minenhle Makhanya to repay more than R147 million to South Africa’...
McInnes takes full responsibility for Rangers’ Conference League exit vs Jablonec
Rangers’ manager Derek McInnes says he takes “full responsibility” after the club’s European campaign ends with an “emba...
Tigers trade Tarik Skubal to Dodgers for three prospects
The Detroit Tigers trade two-time Cy Young Award-winning pitcher Tarik Skubal to the Los Angeles Dodgers, ending his run...