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Group F at the 2026 World Cup is one of the deepest pools in this tournament, featuring the Netherlands, Japan, Sweden and Tunisia.
World Cup Group F includes Netherlands, Japan, Sweden and Tunisia; matches to take place in Arlington, Houston and Kansas City in the US, plus Guadalupe in Mexico; three-time runners-up Netherlands looking for first World Cup win;
Netherlands have the most stars. Sweden might've the best player. But Japan might have the team to do the impossible this summer.
Get a complete guide to FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F: team previews, key players, full match schedule, venues, and live streaming details. Stay updated with fixtures, kick-off times, and everything you need to follow Group F action.
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