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Japan's stunning late goal denies Netherlands victory
14 Jun
Summary
- Japan secured a 2-2 draw with a late corner goal.
- Netherlands twice took the lead in a thrilling match.
- This game is considered the best of the World Cup so far.

Japan achieved a remarkable 2-2 draw against the Netherlands, with a decisive late corner securing their result. This encounter is widely regarded as the most exciting match of the current World Cup. The Netherlands took the lead twice during the game. Virgil van Dijk opened the scoring in the second half, but Japan quickly equalized through Keito Nakamura's strike.
Netherlands regained their advantage with a goal from Crysencio Summerville. However, just two minutes before full-time, Daichi Kamada's header, which deflected off Koki Ogawa, found the back of the net, leveling the score and salvaging a point for Japan.