Netherlands defeats Tunisia 3-1 to win group F

The Netherlands secured the top spot in Group F after a 3-1 victory against Tunisia at Kansas City. The Dutch team took an early lead following an own goal by Ellyes Skhiri in the 3rd minute and a strike by Brian Brobbey in the 7th minute. Although Tunisia’s Hamza Mastouri reduced the deficit with a header in the 54th minute, Jan Paul van Hecke restored the two-goal cushion for the Netherlands in the 62nd minute. This result confirms the Netherlands' first-place finish with 7 points, while Tunisia exits the tournament in last place with zero points and 13 goals conceded. Referee Katia Garcia officiated the match. The Netherlands is now set to face Morocco in the round of 32, while Japan prepares to play against Brazil. Sources differ slightly on the specific timing of the opening goal, citing either the 2nd or 3rd minute.