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FIFA #7
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FIFA #32

Netherlands vs Sweden at the 2026 World Cup

Netherlands and Sweden 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 25-place gap.

Group-stage match F Group F Ranking gap 25

📅 Match info

Netherlands - Sweden will be played on Monday 29th June 2026 at 19:00 ET in Gillette Stadium, Foxborough (Boston). ⏳ Date subject to confirmation.

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Netherlands vs Sweden compared

Netherlands 🇳🇱Metric🇸🇪 Sweden
#7FIFA Ranking#32
Group FGroupGroup F
UEFAConfederationUEFA
Ronald KoemanHead coachJon Dahl Tomasson
12WC appearances13
Runner-up (1974, 1978, 2010)Best WCRunner-up (1958)

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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Sweden — chances and analysis

Sweden have rebuilt after the Ibrahimović era. With Isak (Newcastle) and Gyökeres (Arsenal), they have two world-class strikers. Qualifying was scrappy, but in a tournament where physicality and aerial threat matter, Sweden can be dangerous. Round of 16 is the ceiling; surviving the group is the goal.

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Frequently asked questions about Netherlands - Sweden

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

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

Who is the favourite: Netherlands or Sweden?

On the FIFA world ranking, Netherlands (#7) are favoured over Sweden (#32). The gap is 25 ranking places.

What is the World Cup history of Netherlands and Sweden?

Netherlands: Runner-up (1974, 1978, 2010) (12 World Cup appearances). Sweden: Runner-up (1958) (13 World Cup appearances).

Who are the head coaches of Netherlands and Sweden?

Netherlands are coached by Ronald Koeman. Sweden are coached by Jon Dahl Tomasson.

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

Netherlands play in Group F. Sweden play in Group F.

Last updated: 2026-06-07

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