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
Paesi Bassi 
Tunisia Paesi Bassi 3-1 Tunisia
Paesi Bassi 3-1 Tunisia. Girone F. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. lun 15 giu.
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Giappone Paesi Bassi 2-2 Giappone
Paesi Bassi 2-2 Giappone. Girone F. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. dom 21 giu.
Paesi Bassi 
Svezia Paesi Bassi 5-1 Svezia
Paesi Bassi 5-1 Svezia. Girone F. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. mer 24 giu.
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Marocco Paesi Bassi 1-1 dcr Marocco ai calci di rigore
Paesi Bassi 1-1 dcr Marocco ai calci di rigore. Trentaduesimi. MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. lun 29 giu.