Netherlands vs Japan Squad Update for World Cup 2026

The World Cup Group Stage - 1 clash between Netherlands and Japan is scheduled for 2026 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Both sides start this group in Group F, with Netherlands listed 1st and Japan 2nd in the pre-tournament standings snapshot, each yet to play a match or score a goal. With no prior minutes played in this group, squad availability could shape the early balance of power.

Netherlands & Japan Availability

Current data lists no injuries, suspensions, or other absences for either Netherlands or Japan. There are no players marked as doubtful or sidelined, and no indications of yellow card or red card bans. As a result, both managers are expected to have their full 26-man squads at their disposal, from Netherlands’ defensive core of Virgil van Dijk and Nathan Aké through to attacking options like Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo and Wout Weghorst, and Japan’s blend of experience and pace featuring Wataru Endo, Daichi Kamada, Ritsu Doan, Junya Ito and Takefusa Kubo.

Impact Summary

With no confirmed absentees and no top scorers or assist providers flagged as missing, neither side appears to suffer any loss of attacking output based on the available team season statistics. Both Netherlands and Japan should be able to field their strongest possible lineups, keeping the tactical focus on selection choices rather than enforced changes.