World Cup 2026: Group F Standings as Teams Head into Final Matchday

The Group F of the 2026 World Cup is reaching its climax, with the Netherlands and Japan having secured their spots in the Round of 32. The Dutch currently top the group with 4 points and a +4 goal difference, narrowly ahead of Japan, who also has 4 points but a less favorable goal difference.

Sweden is still in the running with 3 points, clinging to hope for a third-place qualification, while Tunisia is mathematically out of the tournament after two losses. The group's journey has seen close contests, including a 2-2 draw between the Netherlands and Japan, and a dominant 5-1 victory for Sweden over Tunisia in the opening matches. The second round saw the Netherlands defeat Sweden 5-1 and Japan thrash Tunisia 4-0.

This World Cup features an expanded 48-team format, with the top two from each of the 12 groups advancing, along with the eight best third-placed teams. This new structure offers Sweden a potential pathway to the knockout stage even if they don't finish in the top two of Group F.

The final matches on June 25 will determine the group's final standings. Tunisia will face the Netherlands, and Japan will play Sweden simultaneously. While the Netherlands and Japan have secured passage, the top spot remains contested. Sweden must defeat Japan to have a chance at advancing, either as a top-two finisher or as one of the best third-placed teams.