Netherlands vs. Japan prediction, odds, props, World Cup 2026 picks [Group Stage]

Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's World Cup 2026 game between the Netherlands and Japan, forming part of our World Cup 2026 predictions coverage.

Our famous predictive model currently suggests a 49.1% chance of the Netherlands winning, a 26.3% chance for Japan, and a 24.7% chance of a draw.

Additionally, the 2.5-goal over/under has a 51.6% chance of going over, with a 54.0% probability that both teams score. In the win to nil market, the Netherlands holds a 26.2% probability to win without conceding, with Japan given a 13.3% chance.

For bettors looking to cover multiple possibilities, the most likely double chance result is a win for either the Netherlands or Japan at 75.3%.

Japan vs. Netherlands odds

We have researched the best World Cup 2026 odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Moneyline

the Netherlands	Japan	Draw
+105	+270	+240

Total Goals

Over 2.5	Under 2.5
+110	-120

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Netherlands vs. Japan picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Moneyline: the Netherlands @ +105 via BetMGM
• Total Goals: Over 2.5 @ +110 via BetMGM
• Win to Nil: the Netherlands @ +225 via BetMGM
• Double Chance: Netherlands or Japan @ -330 via FanDuel
• Both Teams To Score: Yes @ -120 via BetMGM

According to our World Cup 2026 best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 2.5 total goals.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Netherlands vs. Japan: Correct score and BTTS predictions

The top three most likely final scores, according to our model, are listed below, with a 1-1 draw being the most probable:

Final Score	Probability
the Netherlands 1-1 Japan	11.7%
the Netherlands 1-0 Japan	10.5%
the Netherlands 2-1 Japan	9.5%

When it comes to the both teams to score (BTTS) market, we project a 54.0% chance of both sides finding the net and a 46.0% chance that at least one doesn’t.

These predictions are based on each team's average score according to our machine learning model, which means the most likely correct score can differ from our predicted winner.

Netherlands vs. Japan player props: Anytime goal scorer predictions

Our World Cup 2026 player projections for Sunday highlight the top candidates to score a goal in the Netherlands-Japan:

the Netherlands

• Donyell Malen: 23.2% probability
• Cody Gakpo: 22.9% probability
• Crysencio Summerville: 18.1% probability
• Tijjani Reijnders: 14.2% probability
• Denzel Dumfries: 9.2% probability

Japan

• Ayase Ueda: 17.4% probability
• Daizen Maeda: 13.0% probability
• Keito Nakamura: 12.3% probability
• Takefusa Kubo: 11.1% probability
• Ritsu Doan: 10.6% probability

Netherlands vs. Japan game-day updates and essential details

Sunday's soccer World Cup action between the Netherlands and Japan at AT&T Stadium is scheduled to start at 4:00 PM ET.

• Who: Netherlands vs. Japan
• Date: Sunday, June 14, 2026
• Time: 4:00 PM ET/1:00PM PT
• Venue: AT&T Stadium

All dates and times mentioned in this article are United States Eastern Time unless otherwise noted.

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Conclusion

According to our computer model, the Netherlands has a 49.1% win probability on Sunday, Japan has a 26.3% win probability, and there is a 24.7% chance that the game will end in a draw.

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