Japan and Sweden Both Through From Group F: The Netherlands' 5-1 Win Feels Hollow

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Group F concluded with Japan drawing 1-1 with Sweden and the Netherlands beating Tunisia 3-1. Japan and Sweden both advance. The Netherlands top the group despite their week two loss to Sweden. Tunisia are eliminated. The Japan story is the one worth focusing on. They came into the tournament having caused major upsets in both 2018 and 2022. They're through again and they look dangerous. Sweden drawing with Japan after losing 5-1 to the Netherlands showed real resilience. Both teams found a way through from a genuinely competitive group. The Netherlands winning the group means they have the more favourable bracket position going into the Round of 32.

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