The story
The Netherlands national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Oranje, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 8 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Total Football's heirs, forever chasing the trophy that history owes them.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Netherlands will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group F and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group F. The connection between Cody Gakpo and Xavi Simons is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Cody Gakpo - the clinical winger who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Netherlands are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
هولندا 3-1 تونس
هولندا 3-1 تونس. المجموعة F. Levi's Stadium، San Francisco. الاثنين، 15 يونيو.
هولندا 2-2 اليابان
هولندا 2-2 اليابان. المجموعة F. Levi's Stadium، San Francisco. الأحد، 21 يونيو.
هولندا 5-1 السويد
هولندا 5-1 السويد. المجموعة F. Levi's Stadium، San Francisco. الأربعاء، 24 يونيو.
هولندا 1-1 ركلات المغرب بركلات الترجيح
هولندا 1-1 ركلات المغرب بركلات الترجيح. دور الـ32. MetLife Stadium، نيوجيرسي. الاثنين، 29 يونيو.