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Netherlands

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

Full Schedule•Qual Scenarios
Match 31•GROUP•Group F
NetherlandsNetherlands
VS
JapanJapan
2026-06-13Local: 21:00 | UTC: 02:00
Estadio AztecaMexico City
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Match 33•GROUP•Group F
NetherlandsNetherlands
VS
SwedenSweden
2026-06-18Local: 21:00 | UTC: 01:00
MetLife StadiumNew York/New Jersey
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Match 35•GROUP•Group F
TunisiaTunisia
VS
NetherlandsNetherlands
2026-06-23Local: 21:00 | UTC: 04:00
SoFi StadiumLos Angeles
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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.

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FAQ: Netherlands National Team

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.

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