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Netherlands vs Sweden

World Cup 2026Full time · 20 Jun 2026
Netherlands

Netherlands

Won · xG 2.57WWDLast 5
Full time
5 — 1
90+4'
⚽ Brian Brobbey 5' · ⚽ Brian Brobbey 17' · ⚽ Cody Gakpo 47' · ⚽ Cody Gakpo 54' · ⚽ Anthony Elanga 59' · ⚽ Crysencio Summerville 89'

Sweden

Lost · xG 1.21LDLWLast 5
Sweden
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ NED · last goal · 89'
51
49
NED · 2.57 xG1.21 xG · SWE
Match StoryFull breakdown

Netherlands 5–1 Sweden

Netherlands delivered a dominant 5-1 victory over Sweden in their World Cup 2026 group stage opener, a result that was every bit as comprehensive as the scoreline suggests. The Dutch shape was too much for Sweden to handle from first whistle to last.

World Cup 2026Sat 20 Jun, 18:00
Key Takeaways
Result

Netherlands picked up three points at home, extending their winning run.

Goals

Plenty of attacking intent from both sides produced an entertaining goal tally.

Table

The result has implications at both ends of the Netherlands end of the standings.

Match Facts
VenueN/A
AttendanceN/A
RefereeN/A
RoundN/A
CompetitionWorld Cup 2026
First Goal
Brian Brobbey
5'⚽
Brian Brobbey2 goals in match
Cody GakpoAssist: Cody Gakpo
Match Report
Netherlands 5-1 Sweden: A Structural Dismantling That the Scoreline Accurately Reflects
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Netherlands 5-1 Sweden: A Structural Dismantling That the Scoreline Accurately Reflects

Netherlands delivered a dominant 5-1 victory over Sweden in their World Cup 2026 group stage opener, a result that was every bit as comprehensive as the scoreline suggests. The Dutch shape was too much for Sweden to handle from first whistle to last.

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Key Events
  1. 5'
    NetherlandsBrian BrobbeyBrian Brobbey
    assist: Cody Gakpo
  2. 17'
    NetherlandsBrian BrobbeyBrian Brobbey
    assist: Denzel Dumfries
  3. 46'
    NetherlandsCrysencio SummervilleCrysencio Summerville
    off: Donyell Malen
  4. 47'
    NetherlandsCody GakpoCody Gakpo
    assist: Denzel Dumfries
  5. 53'
    SwedenGabriel GudmundssonGabriel Gudmundsson
    Foul
  6. 54'
    NetherlandsCody GakpoCody Gakpo
    assist: Crysencio Summerville
  7. 55'
    SwedenAnthony ElangaAnthony Elanga
    off: Alexander Bernhardsson
  8. 56'
    SwedenBesfort ZeneliBesfort Zeneli
    off: Jesper Karlström
  9. 56'
    SwedenLucas BergvallLucas Bergvall
    off: Benjamin Nygren
  10. 59'
    SwedenAnthony ElangaAnthony Elanga
    assist: Alexander Isak
  11. 59'
    NetherlandsTeun KoopmeinersTeun Koopmeiners
    off: Frenkie de Jong
  12. 59'
    NetherlandsGuus TilGuus Til
    off: Tijjani Reijnders
  13. 72'
    Netherlands
    off: Brian Brobbey
  14. 75'
    SwedenYasin AyariYasin Ayari
    Foul
  15. 79'
    SwedenTaha AliTaha Ali
    off: Yasin Ayari
  16. 80'
    SwedenLucas BergvallLucas Bergvall
    Foul
  17. 89'
    NetherlandsCrysencio SummervilleCrysencio Summerville
    Right foot shot
  18. 90+3'
    SwedenElliot StroudElliot Stroud
    off: Gabriel Gudmundsson
  19. 90'
    NetherlandsNoa LangNoa Lang
    off: Cody Gakpo
Game Flow

Expected Goals (xG)

Netherlands 2.57 xGSweden 1.21 xG
Cumulative · approximated from goal events
0'45'90'
Table ImpactFull table

How the result affects the World Cup 2026 standings.

#TeamPWDLPts
1Belgium31205
1Spain32107
1Mexico33009
1England32107
1Brazil32107
1France33009
1Argentina33009
1Switzerland32107
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Netherlands vs Sweden?

The match finished 5-1 to Netherlands.

Who won Netherlands vs Sweden?

Netherlands won the match 5-1.

When did Netherlands vs Sweden take place?

The match took place on Saturday, 20 June 2026.

📊 AI-generated recap and structured data

Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1 in World Cup 2026 qualifying. Our model backed a Netherlands win at 51 percent probability, and the pick landed. Both teams had scored in each of their last five matches, yet the Dutch overwhelmed their visitors with a five-goal haul. Sweden's recent form showed one win and one loss across five games, insufficient preparation for this encounter. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

The result widened Netherlands' lead at the summit with a third consecutive victory. Sweden dropped further, remaining in third position but now facing a significant points gap behind the leaders. Our model indicated both teams would concede, and the match confirmed that pattern. The scoreline reflected a clear gulf in current form between the top-ranked and third-ranked sides in the group.

Netherlands v Sweden · World Cup 2026 · 20/06/2026, 18:00:00