Netherlands v Japan: Kick-off Time & TV Channel
TL;DR — the quick answers
- Kick-off
- BST · Sunday 14 June 2026
- UK TV channel
- ITV1 (STV in Scotland)
- Live stream (free)
- ITVX (STV Player in Scotland)
- In 4K?
- No — 1080p HD only
Netherlands v Japan is on ITV1, kick-off 21:00 UK time on Sunday 14 June 2026. Stream it free on ITVX (STV Player in Scotland).
⚠️ Not in 4K: this match is broadcast by ITV. ITV does not offer live 4K UHD streams on ITVX — the maximum resolution is 1080p HD.
- Match
- 🇳🇱 Netherlands v Japan 🇯🇵
- Competition
- 2026 FIFA World Cup · Group Stage (Group F)
- Date
- Sunday 14 June 2026
- Kick-off (UK)
- BST
- TV channel
- ITV1 (STV in Scotland)
- Free stream
- ITVX (STV Player in Scotland)
How to watch Netherlands v Japan
The match is free-to-air on ITV1, streaming free on ITVX (a valid UK TV Licence is required to watch live). Broadcast live on ITV1 in England & Wales and on STV in Scotland. To stream, viewers in England & Wales use ITVX, while viewers in Scotland use the STV Player.
Want the best picture overall? The BBC's 4K matches are on iPlayer — see our 4K device guide for which streamers actually support it.
Netherlands v Japan: your questions
What channel is Netherlands v Japan on?
Netherlands v Japan is live on ITV1 (STV in Scotland), streamed free on ITVX (STV Player in Scotland).
What time does Netherlands v Japan kick off?
Kick-off is 21:00 UK time (BST) on Sunday 14 June 2026.
How can I watch Netherlands v Japan online for free?
Stream it free on ITVX (STV Player in Scotland), provided you have a valid UK TV Licence.
Is Netherlands v Japan on in 4K?
No. This match is on ITV, and ITV does not broadcast live World Cup matches in 4K — the maximum is 1080p HD on ITV1/ITVX.