New York, June 15:
Japan staged a spirited fightback twice to hold the Netherlands to a 2-2 draw in their FIFA World Cup opener.
The Dutch side took the lead on two occasions, but Japan responded each time with resilience to secure a valuable point. The match saw end-to-end action, with both teams displaying attacking intent.
Japan’s determination and composure under pressure ensured they denied the Netherlands a winning start, marking an impressive beginning to their campaignThe draw leaves both teams with a point each in a tightly contested group.