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Netherlands vs Japan 
Prediction
· Group Stage - 1 · Dallas Stadium
Match Status
Netherlands 2-2 Japan · FT · Miss
Source: FIFA calendar/matches · Updated: —
The model sees this as a close match, with Netherlands narrowly favoured (37%). Overall probabilities: Netherlands 37%, draw 29%, Japan 34%; model score 1-1.
Model confidence: Low · top outcome 37%
model top outcome · 37%
model score forecast
over 2.5 goals probability
model update date
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Citable facts: Netherlands 37% / Draw 29% / Japan 34%; expected goals 1.24-1.16; BTTS 49%; blended best estimate 42.9%/28.3%/28.7%. Data sources: FootyTips Elo + Poisson model, TheSportsDB fixtures, martj42 historical results. Probabilities are not guarantees.
Post-Match Result
Miss: Final score Netherlands 2-2 Japan. Model pick: Netherlands. Actual result: Draw.
Brier contribution: 0.7638 · settled 2026-07-19
Win Probability
- Netherlands win: 37%
- Draw: 29%
- Japan win: 34%
Goals & Scoreline
- Model score: 1-1
- Expected goals (model lambda): 1.24 - 1.16
- Over 2.5: 43%
- Both teams to score: 49%
Model Ratings
Netherlands Elo 2044 · Japan Elo 1975
Prediction by FootyTips.io's Elo + Poisson model · updated 2026-06-11. Probabilities, not guarantees.
Head-to-Head
Netherlands and Japan have met 4 times: 2 Netherlands wins, 2 draws, 0 Japan wins.
- Netherlands 2–2 Japan · 2026-06-14 · FIFA World Cup
- Netherlands 2–2 Japan · 2013-11-16
- Netherlands 1–0 Japan · 2010-06-19 · FIFA World Cup
- Netherlands 3–0 Japan · 2009-09-05
Past meetings from the martj42 dataset (CC0).
Analysis
Our model has this a tight, evenly-matched Group F fixture at Dallas Stadium: Netherlands 37%, the draw 29%, Japan 34%. With a modest Elo edge to Netherlands (2044 vs 1975), Netherlands are only narrow favourites, and the model score forecast is 1–1.
Expect a cagey game: the model rates over 2.5 goals at 43% and both teams to score at 49%. These are probabilities from our transparent Elo + Poisson model, not certainties — upsets are part of the World Cup.
FAQ
Who will win Netherlands vs Japan?
Netherlands are favoured at 37%. Netherlands 37% / Draw 29% / Japan 34%.
What is the predicted score for Netherlands vs Japan?
Our model score forecast is 1-1, aligned with the top win/draw/loss pick.
What do betting markets say about Netherlands vs Japan?
De-vigged 1X2 odds from bookmaker odds imply 46.6% Netherlands win, 27.9% draw, 25.5% Japan win. Blending our model with the market gives a best estimate of 42.9% / 28.3% / 28.7%. Market-probability snapshot: null.
Will Netherlands vs Japan have over 2.5 goals?
The model gives a 43% probability of over 2.5 goals.
Will both teams score in Netherlands vs Japan?
Both teams to score (BTTS) is rated at 49%.
What is the head-to-head record between Netherlands and Japan?
Netherlands and Japan have met 4 times: 2 Netherlands wins, 2 draws, 0 Japan wins.