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Japan’s unusual time-board tactic grabs attention in World Cup draw with Netherlands
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50% centerFirst reported by Now 14 · Jun 15, 2026
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Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands in its 2026 World Cup opener in Dallas after Daichi Kamada scored late. Coach Hajime Moriyasu’s staff drew attention by showing players a board with only the remaining time, a tactic that sparked debate and jokes on ITV.
- 01Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands in its 2026 World Cup opener in Dallas.
- 02Hajime Moriyasu used a board showing only the minutes remaining.
- 03Daichi Kamada equalized two minutes from full time.
- 04Ange Postecoglou and Gary Neville joked about the unusual method.
- 05The tactic became a social media talking point after the match.
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