Manchester City players Nathan Ake and Tijjani Reijnders were in action for the Netherlands during their World Cup Group F opener against Japan, which ended in a 2-2 draw. The match took place in Dallas, where Reijnders started and played until the 70th minute, while Ake came on as a late substitute. The game was highly anticipated, showcasing the talents of both players representing the club on an international stage. The Dutch team initially took the lead with a header from Virgil Van Dijk, following a free-kick taken by Reijnders. However, Japan equalized shortly after, demonstrating their resilience. The Netherlands regained the lead with a stunning goal from Crysencio Summerville, but Japan managed to level the score again in the dying moments of the match. Ake and Reijnders will look to bounce back as they prepare for their next match against Sweden on June 20, where they aim to secure a victory for the Netherlands and continue their World Cup journey.