The Netherlands national team extended its unbeaten streak in World Cup matches to 13 games, equaling the record previously held by Brazil’s legendary 1970 squad led by Pelé. This achievement came after a 2-2 draw against Japan during the 2026 World Cup tournament. The tie maintains the Dutch team’s impressive run without a loss in the competition. Brazil established the previous record during their successful 1970 World Cup campaign. The match between the Netherlands and Japan was a notable contest, ending in a shared points result. This result places the Netherlands among the most consistently successful teams in World Cup history regarding avoiding defeat. The 2026 World Cup is proving to be a stage for historic achievements and competitive matches.