The day is finally here! The World Cup arrives at Dallas Stadium this afternoon as Japan takes on the Netherlands, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. CDT.

Local Fans Gather for the Match

Whether you are heading to Arlington for the match, checking out the FIFA Fan Fest at Fair Park, or watching from your own backyard, follow along with our live blog. We will be tracking real-time updates, local activities, traffic conditions, and fan celebrations across the Metroplex all day long.

The Group F heavyweight matchup is the first of nine tournament games to be played in Arlington. Boasting a tournament capacity of just over 70,000, Dallas Stadium is expected to be a full house today and will host more World Cup matches than any other venue in the country—including a highly anticipated semifinal. Stadium parking lots open at 11 a.m. and gates open at noon.

Original reporting: Dallas – Ft. Worth Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.