World Cup 2026World Cup draw with Netherlands recalls Samurai Blue's inspiring underdog daysJapan's Junya Ito plays against the Netherlands in a Group F match in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, in Arlington, Texas, on June 14. (Photo by Kosaku Mimura)YUKINORI TAKECHIJune 17, 2026 12:46 JSTUpdated on June 18, 2026 11:18 JSTTOKYO -- Japan came from behind twice to stage a dramatic 2-2 draw in their matchup against the Netherlands in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Arlington, Texas, with a deflection off Daichi Kamada's head securing the tying goal in the 89th minute.