Netherlands vs Sweden
Two former runners-up clash in Houston with a point to prove.
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What makes Netherlands vs Sweden interesting?
Netherlands take on Sweden at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Netherlands are ranked 7th and have finished as runners-up 3 times.
Sweden are ranked 30th and were runners-up themselves in 1958.
Both teams know what it takes to go deep in a World Cup.
This is a Group F match, so a good result sets the tone early.
Netherlands are favored, but Sweden are a tough, organized side.
What to watch out for?
Can Sweden frustrate one of the world's top teams?
Netherlands have the quality to control the game.
Watch the battle in midfield, where this match could be decided.
Both teams want a strong start in a balanced group.
How Netherlands and Sweden compare
| Netherlands | Sweden | |
|---|---|---|
| #7 | FIFA ranking | #30 |
| 12th | World Cups | 13th |
| Runners-up (1974, 1978, 2010) | Best finish | Runners-up (1958) |
| UEFA | Confederation | UEFA |
- Date
- Saturday, June 20
- Kickoff Time
- 12:00 (Chicago time)
- Stage
- Group stage, Group F
- Stadium
- NRG Stadium, Houston
Common questions
When and where is Netherlands vs Sweden played?
The match is played on June 20, 2026 at NRG Stadium in Houston. It is a Group F game at the 2026 World Cup.
What time does the match kick off?
Kickoff is at 12:00 local time. This page also shows the time in your own timezone.
Who are these two teams?
Netherlands are a top European side who have reached the final 3 times. Sweden are a proud football nation who finished as runners-up in 1958.
Who is favored to win?
Netherlands are favored as the 7th ranked team in the world. Sweden are ranked 30th, so they are the underdog.
What is at stake in the group?
This is a Group F game, so the points help shape the standings. A win gives either team a strong base to reach the next round.