Netherlands

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Team quick answers

What group is Netherlands in at World Cup 2026?

Netherlands are in Group F with Japan, Sweden, Tunisia. The group is a four-team round-robin.

Who coaches Netherlands and what is their FIFA ranking?

Netherlands are coached by Ronald Koeman, are FIFA-ranked #8, and use the team code NED.

When does Netherlands's group-stage campaign start?

Netherlands's first group match is against Japan on 14 يونيو 2026 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Their full group-stage window runs 14 يونيو 2026 — 25 يونيو 2026.

How can Netherlands reach the knockout stage?

Netherlands advance directly to the Round of 32 by finishing in the top two of Group F. If they finish third, they need to be one of the eight best third-placed teams across the 12 groups.

ملف المنتخب

Netherlands arrive at FIFA World Cup 2026 as a top-15 nation in the FIFA rankings, ranked #8 in the FIFA world rankings. Ronald Koeman leads the squad after qualifying through the UEFA qualifying pathway. They have been drawn into Group F, a four-team round-robin where the top two advance directly to the round of 32 and the third-placed team competes for one of eight best-third spots. Confederation: UEFA (Europe) — the confederation with the largest WC2026 contingent at 16 teams. Netherlands's qualification campaign placed them among the 16 sides representing their region at the expanded 48-team tournament. Netherlands share Group F with Japan, Sweden, Tunisia. Average FIFA rank of the group: #23. Netherlands's group-stage campaign runs from 14 يونيو 2026 to 25 يونيو 2026, with three matches over approximately two weeks. FIFA World Cup 2026 is the first edition with 48 teams, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July 2026. The expanded format means most teams need only finish in the top three of their group to keep playing.