2026 FIFA World Cup Group F: Final Standings, Results & Schedule
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F is settled. The Netherlands won the group with seven points after a 3-1 win over Tunisia, while Japan reached the Round of 32 as runners-up following a 1-1 draw with Sweden. Sweden finished third on four points and now wait on the best third-placed rankings, with Tunisia eliminated at the bottom.
Both qualifiers already know their knockout opponents: group winners the Netherlands face Morocco, and runners-up Japan meet five-time champions Brazil. The top two advance automatically to the Round of 32, with the third-placed team still able to go through as one of the eight best third-placed finishers.
2026 FIFA World Cup Group F Teams
| Team | Confederation | FIFA Rank (June 2026) | WC Appearances | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | UEFA | #8 | 12th | 1 |
| Japan | AFC | #18 | 8th | 2 |
| Sweden | UEFA | #38 | 12th | 3 |
| Tunisia | CAF | #45 | 7th | 4 |
2026 FIFA World Cup Group F Results: All Three Matchdays
Netherlands 2-2 Japan (June 14). Crysencio Summerville and Virgil van Dijk put the Dutch ahead, but Japan twice hit back, Daichi Kamada equalising in the 88th minute in Arlington.
Sweden 5-1 Tunisia (June 14). Yasin Ayari scored twice, with Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres and Mattias Svanberg also on target as Sweden raced top of the group.
Netherlands 5-1 Sweden (June 20). Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo both struck twice, with Summerville also scoring, as the Netherlands stormed to their first win in Houston. Anthony Elanga replied for Sweden.
Tunisia 0-4 Japan (June 20). In the 1,000th match in World Cup history, Japan ran riot through Kamada, an Ayase Ueda brace and Junya Ito to become the first AFC nation to score four goals in a World Cup game, eliminating Tunisia.
Japan 1-1 Sweden (June 25). A draw in Arlington was enough to confirm Japan’s place in the knockout stage as group runners-up, while Sweden were left to settle for third.
Tunisia 1-3 Netherlands (June 25). The Netherlands eased past an eliminated Tunisia in Kansas City to secure top spot, with Tunisia grabbing a consolation goal.
Final 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F Standings
Final standings after Matchday 3 (June 25, 2026).
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10 | 4 | +6 | 7 |
| 2 | Japan | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 3 | +4 | 5 |
| 3 | Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Tunisia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 12 | -10 | 0 |
The Netherlands won the group on seven points, with Japan second on five, both safely through. Sweden finished third on four points and a level goal difference, a strong position in the race to be one of the eight best third-placed teams. Tunisia lost all three games and are out. Tiebreaker order: goal difference, then goals scored, then head-to-head, then fair-play score, then FIFA ranking.
Group F Match Schedule and Scores
All times were Eastern Time (ET). FOX and FS1 carried the English broadcast, Telemundo and Universo covered Spanish, and every match streamed on Peacock.
Matchday 1 (June 14): Full Time
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands vs Japan | 2-2 | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX |
| Sweden vs Tunisia | 5-1 | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey |
Matchday 2 (June 20): Full Time
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands vs Sweden | 5-1 | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Tunisia vs Japan (1,000th WC match) | 0-4 | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey |
Matchday 3 (June 25): Full Time
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Japan vs Sweden | 1-1 | AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX |
| Tunisia vs Netherlands | 1-3 | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City |
Group F Venue Guide
| Match | Stadium | City | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands vs Japan | AT&T Stadium | Arlington, TX | 80,000 |
| Sweden vs Tunisia | Estadio BBVA | Monterrey | 53,500 |
| Netherlands vs Sweden | NRG Stadium | Houston | 72,220 |
| Tunisia vs Japan | Estadio BBVA | Monterrey | 53,500 |
| Japan vs Sweden | AT&T Stadium | Arlington, TX | 80,000 |
| Tunisia vs Netherlands | Arrowhead Stadium | Kansas City | 76,416 |
AT&T Stadium in Arlington was the largest Group F venue at 80,000 and staged two matches, including the Netherlands vs Japan opener. The two Mexican fixtures were played at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey.
How to Watch World Cup Group F and the Knockouts
| Country | TV Channels | Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FOX, FS1, Telemundo | Peacock, FOX Sports App |
| UK | ITV, BBC | ITVX, BBC iPlayer |
| Canada | CTV, TSN, RDS | TSN+, CTV GO |
| Netherlands | NOS | Free to air |
| Japan | NHK, Fuji TV | NHK+, TVer |
Fans elsewhere can check the full global broadcaster list at 2026 FIFA World Cup TV channels and broadcasting rights.
Group F Team Analysis and Verdict
Netherlands (Group Winners)
Manager: Ronald Koeman. After being held by Japan, the Netherlands hit form with big wins over Sweden and Tunisia to top the group and stay unbeaten. They now face Morocco in the Round of 32.
Key players: captain Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool); two-goal Cody Gakpo (Liverpool); striker Brian Brobbey; Memphis Depay; and Frenkie de Jong (Barcelona). Record: three finals (1974, 1978, 2010), never won.
Japan (Runners-up)
Manager: Hajime Moriyasu. Japan went through unbeaten, with draws against the Netherlands and Sweden either side of a record 4-0 win over Tunisia. A daunting Round of 32 tie with Brazil now awaits.
Key players: Takefusa Kubo (Real Sociedad); Kaoru Mitoma (Brighton); captain Wataru Endo (Liverpool); Daichi Kamada (Crystal Palace); and striker Ayase Ueda. Best finish: Round of 16 (2002, 2010, 2018, 2022).
Sweden (Third)
Manager: Graham Potter. Sweden swung from a 5-1 win to a 5-1 loss before drawing with Japan, finishing third on four points. A level goal difference and seven goals scored give them a real chance of sneaking through as a best third-placed team.
Key players: Viktor Gyokeres (Arsenal) and Alexander Isak (Liverpool); midfielder Yasin Ayari; Dejan Kulusevski (Spurs); and Anthony Elanga (Newcastle United). Best finish: runners-up (1958, as hosts).
Tunisia (Eliminated)
Manager: Sabri Lamouchi. Tunisia qualified through CAF without conceding, but lost all three group games, including their part in the historic 1,000th World Cup match, and finished bottom.
Key players: Hannibal Mejbri (Burnley), Elyes Skhiri (Eintracht Frankfurt), Montassar Talbi (Lorient) and Rani Khedira (Union Berlin). Best finish: group stage, with a famous 1-0 win over France in 2022.
Group F Storylines
- Tunisia vs Japan on June 20 in Monterrey was the 1,000th match in World Cup history; Japan marked it with a record 4-0 win.
- Japan went through the group unbeaten and now meet Brazil, while the Netherlands face Morocco in the Round of 32.
- Japan became the first AFC nation to score four goals in a single World Cup game.
- The Netherlands have reached three World Cup finals but never won; this is one of their strongest squads in years.
2026 FIFA World Cup Group F Verdict
The Netherlands and Japan both went through unbeaten, the Dutch as winners and Japan as runners-up, setting up knockout ties with Morocco and Brazil respectively. Sweden recovered from a heavy defeat to finish third with a real shot at a best third-placed berth, while Tunisia leave after their part in the milestone 1,000th World Cup match.
Group F Road to the Round of 32
| Team | Finish | Date | Venue | Opponent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | Winner | June 29 | Estadio BBVA, Monterrey | Morocco (Group C runner-up) |
| Japan | Runner-up | June 29 | NRG Stadium, Houston | Brazil (Group C winner) |
Group winners the Netherlands face Morocco at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey on June 29, while runners-up Japan meet Brazil at NRG Stadium in Houston the same day. Both are Round of 32 ties against Group C sides.
2026 FIFA World Cup Group F FAQs
Who won 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F?
The Netherlands won Group F with seven points, finishing top after a 3-1 win over Tunisia. Japan finished second.
What are the final Group F standings?
1. Netherlands 7 points (+6), 2. Japan 5 (+4), 3. Sweden 4 (0), 4. Tunisia 0 (-10). The Netherlands and Japan advanced, Sweden await the best third-placed rankings, and Tunisia were eliminated.
Who do the Netherlands and Japan play in the Round of 32?
The Netherlands face Morocco at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey on June 29, and Japan face Brazil at NRG Stadium in Houston on June 29.
What were the Group F Matchday 3 results?
Japan 1-1 Sweden and Tunisia 1-3 Netherlands on June 25, 2026. The draw confirmed Japan as runners-up and the Netherlands won the group.
Which match was the 1,000th in World Cup history?
FIFA confirmed Tunisia vs Japan on June 20, 2026 at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey as the 1,000th match in World Cup history. Japan won 4-0.
Can Sweden still qualify from Group F?
Yes. Sweden finished third on four points with a level goal difference, which gives them a strong chance of advancing as one of the eight best third-placed teams.
Has the Netherlands ever won the World Cup?
No. The Netherlands have reached three finals (1974, 1978, 2010) but lost all three, the most by any nation never to win the trophy.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F ended with two unbeaten qualifiers and a familiar story for the Netherlands, who march on as group winners. Japan reach the knockout stage again and now face Brazil, the Dutch take on Morocco, and Sweden wait to learn whether their third-place finish is enough. Tunisia bow out, their place in the milestone 1,000th World Cup match the lasting memory of their campaign.
