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
네덜란드 3-1 튀니지
네덜란드 3-1 튀니지. F조. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. 6월 15일 (월).
네덜란드 2-2 일본
네덜란드 2-2 일본. F조. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. 6월 21일 (일).
네덜란드 5-1 스웨덴
네덜란드 5-1 스웨덴. F조. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. 6월 24일 (수).
네덜란드 승부차기 1-1 PK 모로코
네덜란드 승부차기 1-1 PK 모로코. 32강. MetLife Stadium, 뉴저지. 6월 29일 (월).