Netherlands
Kingdom of the Netherlands
FIFA Rank:#6Group:F
Team Summary
Netherlands is competing in Group F of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Under UEFA confederation, they are scheduled to play three group stage matches starting on the first week of the tournament.
Netherlands Match Schedule
Match 11GROUPGroup F
Netherlands2 - 2
FINALJapan
2026-06-14Local: 15:00
AT&T StadiumDallas
Match 35GROUPGroup F
Netherlands5 - 1
FINALSweden
2026-06-20Local: 12:00
NRG StadiumHouston
Match 58GROUPGroup F
Tunisia1 - 3
FINALNetherlands
2026-06-25Local: 18:00
GEHA Field at Arrowhead StadiumKansas City
Match 75R32
Netherlands3 - 4
FINALMorocco
2026-06-29Local: 19:00
Estadio BBVAMonterrey
Tactical Profile & Squad Strength
Flexible system transitioning between a possession 3-4-1-2 and an attacking 4-3-3, focusing on wing-backs stretching the play.
Strengths
- World-class center-back depth
- Dynamic box-to-box midfielders
- Highly experienced coach
Weaknesses
- Lack of an elite central striker
- Vulnerability to direct central speed
- Excessive passing without shots
World Cup History
Three-time runners-up (1974, 1978, 2010), the Netherlands are legendary for their contribution to tactical innovation.
FAQ: Netherlands National Team
Netherlands plays their opening match on 2026-06-14 against JAPAN.
Related World Cup Coverage
⚽Group F Table & Results⚽Group F Scenarios⚽Netherlands Next Match Info⚽Netherlands Route to Final⚽Netherlands Qualification Scenarios⚽How to Watch Netherlands Live⚽Preview: Group F Matchday 1 fixture.⚽Preview: Group F Matchday 2 fixture.⚽Preview: Group F Matchday 3 fixture.⚽Preview: Round of 32 single-elimination match.