Daichi Kamada’s 88th‑minute header rescued Japan from a 2‑1 deficit, forcing a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands at Dallas’ AT&T Stadium. Koki Ogawa rose highest from Junya Ito’s corner, flicking the ball past Bart Verbruggen as 69,285 fans watched three goals erupt in a 13‑minute burst. Both sides missed several chances.

Virgil van Dijk opened scoring with a clever header from Ryan Gravenberch’s cross in the 51st minute, ending a quiet first half. Japan answered six minutes later through Keito Nakamura, whose low drive appeared to deflect off Jan Paul van Hecke. Dutch winger Crysencio Summerville, on his debut, struck in the 64th minute, only for Kamada to equalise minutes after. Summerville’s effort highlighted his rapid rise.

Coach Hajime Moriyasu’s attacking shift paid off, yet defensive lapses exposed Ritsu Dōan and others to Dutch pressure. Goalkeeper Zion Suzuki made three crucial saves, preserving the point despite conceding twice. The draw leaves Japan needing wins against Tunisia and Sweden to chase top spot, while the Netherlands drop two points, complicating their bid for group supremacy. Netherlands now lean on van Dijk’s leadership again.