Netherlands vs Japan Preview & Prediction | 2026 Women’s FIH Hockey World Cup | First Round
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Japan could yet secure a stunning top two finish after defeating Chile in Pool A, but that would require them likely needing to beat the world number one Netherlands in this match.
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How to watch on TV: UK – not televised / USA – USA’s matches will be televised live on CBS
How to watch online: UK – British home nation matches can be streamed live for free on Channel 4 Sport YouTube, while all matches can be streamed live on FIH Watch.Hockey / USA – USA’s matches can be streamed live on CBS digital platforms, while all matches can be streamed live on FIH Watch.Hockey
Netherlands vs Japan prediction
As well as Japan have done so far and as impressive as their 3-0 beating was of Chile, the powerhouse Netherlands are last out in the first round and primed to play spoiler to their qualification dreams. It’s no surprise that Raoul Ehren’s side are clear at the top of Pool A with two wins from two but they won’t want to take their foot off the gas.
Japan will give everything they have and are unlikely to be beaten heavily. But over the course of the game, class will tell and Netherlands’ relentless attacking firepower should eventually come through. Therefore, back a perfect nine from nine points for the Dutch in round one.
Netherlands vs Japan tip: Netherlands to win
