The Netherlands open their 2026 international soccer tournament campaign against Japan at Dallas Stadium in Arlington on Saturday, June 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CT (10:00 p.m. CEST). If you are traveling from the Netherlands to support the Oranje, Dallas-Fort Worth will be your first stop on American soil, and it will feel very different from home.
Here is what Dutch fans need to know.
Netherlands vs Japan kicks off at 3:00 p.m. CT on June 14, 2026, at Dallas Stadium in Arlington. The stadium seats over 80,000 and is fully enclosed with air conditioning, so the North Texas heat will not be a factor inside.
Dallas Stadium uses a clear bag policy. Only clear totes (12 by six by 12 inches), one-gallon clear resealable bags, and small clutch purses (4.5 by 6.5 inches) are allowed. Backpacks are prohibited.
Most fans will fly into DFW Airport, with direct flights from Amsterdam taking about 10 hours. DFW is the closest airport to the stadiums.
Dutch citizens need an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before departure. Apply online at least 72 hours before your flight.
From DFW Airport, a rideshare to the Arlington Entertainment District costs about $35 and takes 20 to 25 minutes.
Staying in Arlington puts you within walking distance of both stadiums. Live! by Loews and Loews Arlington Hotel are the closest options. The Drury Plaza Hotel, about a mile from the stadiums, includes a free hot breakfast and evening drinks.
Hotels in Grand Prairie, Irving, or Fort Worth offer alternatives if Arlington is fully booked. Book as early as possible; tournament demand drives prices up across the metro area.
The official fan festival at Fair Park in Dallas runs on all match days with free entry, giant screens and international food vendors. Fair Park is accessible via the DART Green Line from downtown Dallas.
Texas Live! in the Arlington Entertainment District has the 100-foot LED screen, restaurants and bars within walking distance of the stadium. It is the closest large-screen option if you do not have a ticket.
Globe Life Field sits within walking distance of Dallas Stadium. The Texas Rangers play home games throughout June. Baseball is a different experience from soccer, but the ballpark atmosphere, food and air conditioning make it a comfortable evening out. Get tickets to see the Rangers in 2026.
Thirty minutes west of Arlington. The longhorn cattle drive runs twice daily at 11:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. CT. Billy Bob’s Texas has live country music and indoor bull riding. Cattlemen’s Steak House has been serving steaks since 1947.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, the Dallas Museum of Art (free), and Klyde Warren Park are all within a short distance of each other in downtown Dallas.
June in Texas is hot. Daily highs regularly reach 93 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit (34 to 37 degrees Celsius). Wear sunscreen, carry water, and plan outdoor activities for the morning or evening. Both stadiums are fully air-conditioned.
Netherlands vs Japan on Saturday, June 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CT (10:00 p.m. CEST) at Dallas Stadium.
Dutch citizens need an approved ESTA, not a visa. Apply online at least 72 hours before departure.
Texas Live! in the Arlington Entertainment District and the Fair Park fan festival in Dallas are the main gathering options.
Expect daily highs of 93 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit (34 to 37 degrees Celsius). Both stadiums are air-conditioned.
Yes. The two venues are 0.3 to 0.7 miles apart. The walk takes eight to 13 minutes.
A rideshare from DFW Airport costs about $35 and takes 20 to 25 minutes. The budget option is the TRE LINK bus to CentrePort Station, then Arlington On-Demand for $3.
