Japanese fans clean stadium — with the help of Jameis Winston — after World Cup thriller
New York Post
Last updated: June 16, 2026
Following a dramatic 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in their World Cup opener, Japanese fans stayed to clean up the stadium. This act of environmental responsibility is a recurring practice for Japanese supporters at major sporting events. The match itself was a hard-fought contest, with Japan securing a late equalizer.
- Japanese football fans demonstrated their cultural practice of cleaning stadiums after their World Cup match against the Netherlands, which ended in a 2-2 draw. Supporters were observed collecting trash in bags, a tradition they uphold at major tournaments. This act of tidiness occurred after a tense game where Japan secured a late point through Daichi Kamada's 88th-minute equalizer, having fallen behind twice. The Netherlands' coach acknowledged Japan's skill, noting they are often underestimated. Both teams are preparing for their next Group F matches: Japan against Tunisia and the Netherlands against Sweden.
