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
Holandia 
Tunezja Holandia 3:1 Tunezja
Holandia 3:1 Tunezja. Grupa F. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. pon., 15 cze.
Holandia 
Japonia Holandia 2:2 Japonia
Holandia 2:2 Japonia. Grupa F. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. niedz., 21 cze.
Holandia 
Szwecja Holandia 5:1 Szwecja
Holandia 5:1 Szwecja. Grupa F. Levi's Stadium, San Francisco. śr., 24 cze.
Holandia 
Maroko Holandia 1:1 k. Maroko po rzutach karnych
Holandia 1:1 k. Maroko po rzutach karnych. 1/16 finału. MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. pon., 29 cze.