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GROUP F FIXTURES, STANDINGS & RESULTS

Follow Group F live scores, fixtures, standings, match results and the latest World Cup 2026 team updates.

Last updated: September 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM UTC
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Group F
Japan flag

Japan

Qualified
Played
3
Points
5
Sweden flag

Sweden

Third-place race
Played
3
Points
4

Live Standings

PosTeamPWDLGFGAGDPts
1Netherlands flagNetherlands321010467
2Japan flagJapan31207345
3Sweden flagSweden31117704
4Tunisia flagTunisia3003212-100

Top two teams qualify automatically for the Round of 32. The best third-place teams can still advance.

Live qualification picture

Group F Qualification Scenarios: Who Can Qualify?

Current standings and the remaining fixtures set the qualification picture. The top two qualify automatically. Eight third-place teams also advance.Live data checked: September 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM UTC
All groups
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1st place

Netherlands

Qualified

Netherlands are 1st place on 7 points with a goal difference of +6. Their group-stage record is complete.

7 ptsGD +60 left
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2nd place

Japan

Qualified

Japan are 2nd place on 5 points with a goal difference of +4. Their group-stage record is complete.

5 ptsGD +40 left
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3rd place

Sweden

Third-place race

Sweden are 3rd place on 4 points with a goal difference of 0. Their final route now depends on the best third-place table across all 12 groups.

4 ptsGD 00 left
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4th place

Tunisia

Eliminated

Tunisia are 4th place on 0 points with a goal difference of -10. Their group-stage record is complete.

0 ptsGD -100 left

Scenario labels describe the current position, not a prediction. Qualification is confirmed only when the group table makes it certain.

Qualification impact

Group F Match Impact

Last updated: September 12, 2026 at 9:58 PM UTC
Netherlands & JapanTop two

The automatic qualification places are controlled by the top two teams in the live table.

Based on the current group table
SwedenThird place

Third place depends on the best third-place ranking across all groups.

Based on the current group table
TunisiaPressure point

Fourth place has the hardest route and needs results elsewhere if qualification remains possible.

Based on the current group table

Fixtures & Results

MDDate (Local)MatchVenueResult / Time
MD1Jun 14, 20263:00 PMNetherlands flagNetherlands2 - 2Japan flagJapanDallas Stadium, DallasFT
MD1Jun 14, 20268:00 PMSweden flagSweden5 - 1Tunisia flagTunisiaMonterrey Stadium, MonterreyFT
MD2Jun 20, 202612:00 PMNetherlands flagNetherlands5 - 1Sweden flagSwedenHouston Stadium, HoustonFT
MD2Jun 20, 202610:00 PMTunisia flagTunisia0 - 4Japan flagJapanMonterrey Stadium, MonterreyFT
MD3Jun 25, 20266:00 PMJapan flagJapan1 - 1Sweden flagSwedenDallas Stadium, DallasFT
MD3Jun 25, 20266:00 PMTunisia flagTunisia1 - 3Netherlands flagNetherlandsKansas City Stadium, Kansas CityFT

All times shown in local time. Dates and times subject to change. View full Group F fixtures →

Matchday Story

Netherlands and Japan are setting the pace in Group F as the group table starts to take shape.

The completed results have already changed the qualification picture. Teams with points can manage the next match, while the chasing sides need a response before the final round.

The next key fixture is the next fixture. It can affect the automatic places, the third-place race and goal difference.

Qualification Route

11st placeRound of 32
22nd placeRound of 32
33rd placeBest third-place race
44th placeEliminated

Players to Watch

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Netherlands flagNetherlands
Key player

Form, fitness and match impact.

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Japan flagJapan
Key player

Form, fitness and match impact.

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Sweden flagSweden
Key player

Form, fitness and match impact.

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Tunisia flagTunisia
Key player

Form, fitness and match impact.

Group F FAQs

Quick answers about Group F fixtures, standings, qualification and match pages.

Who leads Group F?

Netherlands lead Group F with 7 points. The table can change after the next completed fixture.

Who is in the automatic qualification places in Group F?

Netherlands and Japan are currently in the automatic qualification places. The top two teams qualify for the Round of 32.

Can the third-place team still qualify from Group F?

Sweden are currently third with 4 points. Third place can still qualify if its record is among the eight best third-place teams.

What is the next important Group F fixture?

The next fixture will appear when the live schedule updates. is the next fixture to watch because it can affect the top two, the third-place race and goal difference.

Can Tunisia still qualify from Group F?

Tunisia need points from their remaining fixtures. Their route depends on wins, goal difference and results elsewhere in the group.

Which teams are in Group F?

Group F includes Netherlands, Japan, Sweden and Tunisia.

How many matches are in Group F?

Group F has six group stage matches.

How did Group F teams qualify for World Cup 2026?

Netherlands qualified for World Cup 2026 through UEFA qualifying. Japan qualified for World Cup 2026 through Asian qualifying. Sweden qualified for World Cup 2026 through UEFA qualifying. Tunisia qualified for World Cup 2026 through African qualifying.

How do teams qualify from Group F?

The top two teams qualify automatically. A third place team can also advance if it ranks among the eight best third place teams across all groups.

Where can I see Group F squad lists?

Use the team cards and squad links on this page to jump straight into each team guide and squad section.

Latest Group F News

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Group F

Netherlands stay top after key result

Netherlands remain central to the Group F qualification picture.

Updated September 12, 2026 - 3 min read
Group F

Japan remain in the mix

Japan keep pressure on the automatic qualification places.

Updated September 12, 2026 - 3 min read
Group F

Group F knockout hopes update

The next matchday can change the top two and the third-place race.

Updated September 12, 2026 - 3 min read