The Netherlands qualifies for the round of 32 by defeating Tunisia 3-1
The Netherlands, Japan and Sweden qualified for the round of 32 in the 2026 World Cup, while Tunisia exited the tournament. The Netherlands achieved a 3-1 victory over Tunisia, while the match between Japan and Sweden ended in a 1-1 draw.
Group F competitions in the 2026 World Cup have ended, with the Netherlands, Japan and Sweden qualifying for the round of 32, while Tunisia was eliminated from the competitions. The Netherlands was able to secure first place by defeating Tunisia 3-1, scoring its first goal through an own goal from Skhiri in the 3rd minute. Four minutes later, Brobbey increased the score by scoring the second goal in the 7th minute, confirming his brilliance in the tournament.
The Netherlands took possession of the ball and imposed its control in the match. In the second half, Tunisia was able to reduce the gap through Mastouri's header, but the Netherlands responded quickly, with Van Hecke scoring the third goal from a free kick, confirming their superiority.
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In the other match, the confrontation between Japan and Sweden ended in a 1-1 draw, with Maeda scoring Japan's goal in the 56th minute, but Sweden came back and scored the equalizer through Elanga. This tie gave Japan second place, while Sweden qualified as one of the best teams in third place.
The Netherlands will face Morocco in the round of 32, while Japan will face Brazil. The match also saw Nagatomo appear in his fifth World Cup, despite being 39 years old. Hien also suffered a muscle injury that could mean the end of his career in the tournament.
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