Nakamura's socks in Japan-Netherlands match cause debate

The Japan vs. Netherlands match in the opening round of the 2026 World Cup ended in an exciting 2-2 draw. Keito Nakamura scored a goal for Japan, and he wore low-cut socks with a small shin guard, which sparked debate about the legality of this setup under the game rules. The regulations have become more flexible regarding the size and wearing style of shin guards. Additionally, Dutch player Memphis Depay was also seen with low-cut socks, a style favored by some former stars, with no clear indication that this contravenes the regulations.

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