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Netherlands
FIFA #7
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Tunisia
FIFA #41

Netherlands vs Tunisia at the 2026 World Cup

Netherlands and Tunisia share Group F at the 2026 World Cup and meet in the group stage. Both sides are fighting to reach the knockouts. On the FIFA ranking, Netherlands are the favourite — a 34-place gap.

Group-stage match F Group F Ranking gap 34

📅 Match info

Netherlands - Tunisia will be played on Thursday 18th June 2026 at 15:00 ET in MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford (New York/New Jersey). ⏳ Date subject to confirmation.

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Netherlands vs Tunisia compared

Netherlands 🇳🇱Metric🇹🇳 Tunisia
#7FIFA Ranking#41
Group FGroupGroup F
UEFAConfederationCAF
Ronald KoemanHead coachSami Trabelsi
12WC appearances7
Runner-up (1974, 1978, 2010)Best WCGroup stage

Netherlands — chances and analysis

The Netherlands enter the World Cup as a stealth contender — not among the absolute favourites, but dangerous to anyone they meet. Van Dijk is the spine, the gear-shift comes from Xavi Simons and Gakpo, and Frenkie de Jong dictates the midfield when fit. Koeman's biggest headache: who scores the goals if Depay can't last the tournament? In Group F, Japan is a dangerous number two — that team beat both Germany and Spain at the 2022 World Cup. Historically, the Oranje overperform their FIFA ranking at World Cups; a semi-final is realistic, and a fourth lost final would be painfully fitting.

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Tunisia — chances and analysis

Tunisia are the underdogs of Group F but no easy opponent. Beat France at the 2022 World Cup. Strongly organised defensively, but struggles to score themselves. Against the Netherlands, Japan and Sweden, advancing is tough; an upset against one top team is realistic.

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Frequently asked questions about Netherlands - Tunisia

Do Netherlands and Tunisia play each other at the 2026 World Cup?

Yes — Netherlands and Tunisia meet in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup (Group F).

Who is the favourite: Netherlands or Tunisia?

On the FIFA world ranking, Netherlands (#7) are favoured over Tunisia (#41). The gap is 34 ranking places.

What is the World Cup history of Netherlands and Tunisia?

Netherlands: Runner-up (1974, 1978, 2010) (12 World Cup appearances). Tunisia: Group stage (7 World Cup appearances).

Who are the head coaches of Netherlands and Tunisia?

Netherlands are coached by Ronald Koeman. Tunisia are coached by Sami Trabelsi.

Which groups are Netherlands and Tunisia in at the 2026 World Cup?

Netherlands play in Group F. Tunisia play in Group F.

Last updated: 2026-06-07

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