World Cup 2026 Group F preview: Prediction, odds, full team overviews
Group F of the 2026 World Cup features the Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, and Sweden, with the Dutch favored to top the group. Japan is highlighted for its recent giant‑killing reputation and a fast‑pressing style led by Takefusa Kubo. Tunisia’s strong defensive record in qualifying and a recent coaching change are noted as factors for their performance.
- ▪Japan enters the tournament with a reputation for upsetting stronger teams, having defeated Germany, Spain, and Colombia in recent World Cups.
- ▪The Netherlands, led by veteran defender Virgil van Dijk and midfielder Frenkie de Jong, is considered the group’s powerhouse despite recent injuries.
- ▪Tunisia qualified without conceding a goal in eight matches but faces a new coach after a disappointing Africa Cup of Nations exit.
- ▪Sweden is expected to compete for the third spot in the group, though the article provides fewer details on their squad.
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world cup 2026 Soccer World Cup 2026 Group F preview: Prediction, odds, full team overviews By Ethan Sears Published June 10, 2026, 11:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Netherlands is the powerhouse in Group F, but Japan will have the Dutch on upset watch. Tunisia and Sweden are likely to vie for third. The Post previews Group F at the World Cup: Teams listed in predicted order of finish. Japan Odds to win the group: +250 What you need to know: Having lost heartbreakers in the Round of 16 at consecutive World Cups, the Samurai Blue have developed a reputation for giant-killing, with wins over Germany, Spain and Colombia in those two tournaments.
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