World Cup: Japan, Sweden draw as Netherlands beat Tunisia to advance to knockout stage

Add us on Google Japan and Sweden played out a 1-1 draw, while the Netherlands defeated Tunisia 3-1 to round off their group F matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Japan and Sweden battled to a goalless first half before the match came alive after the break. Japan broke the deadlock in the 56th minute when Daizen Maeda finished from close range after a fine assist by Ritsu Doan. Sweden responded six minutes later as Anthony Elanga equalised in the 62nd minute with a well-taken finish from Viktor Gyökeres’ pass. Stay Ahead with Premium Times Follow us on Google News and never miss breaking stories, investigations, and in-depth reporting. Add as a preferred source on Google /* 1.

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