Japan strikes late to earn thrilling draw with Netherlands in World Cup opener (opens original article in a new tab)
Japan drew 2-2 with Netherlands in a World Cup Group F match after coming back from behind twice, with both teams scoring twice each in a thrilling encounter.
- Japan came back from behind twice to draw 2-2 with Netherlands in World Cup Group F match
- Netherlands took lead in 51st minute through Virgil van Dijk's header, Japan equalized through Keito Nakamura's shot
- Japan scored equalizer in 88th minute via Koki Ogawa's header from corner
- Japan will face Tunisia on June 20, Netherlands will play Sweden on same day
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