Group Stage · Group F

Netherlands vs Sweden

Saturday, June 20, 2026 · 17:00 UTC · NRG Stadium, Houston

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Netherlands

Oranje
FIFA Ranking#7
CoachRonald Koeman
Key PlayerCody Gakpo
WC Appearances11
Best FinishRunners-Up (1974, 1978, 2010)
ExpectationsContender

The perennial nearly-men of world football have the talent to finally go all the way. Total Football's spiritual heirs are hungry for their first title.

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SWE

Sweden

Blågult (Blue-Yellow)
FIFA Ranking#25
CoachJon Dahl Tomasson
Key PlayerAlexander Isak
WC Appearances12
Best FinishRunners-up (1958)
ExpectationsCompetitive

Sweden return after missing 2022, bringing 12 World Cup campaigns worth of pedigree. Alexander Isak leads a new generation into a tough Group F.

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Head-to-Head Comparison

NetherlandsFIFA RankingSweden
#7 - #25
NetherlandsWC AppearancesSweden
11 - 12

Group F Context

Japan shocked Germany and Spain in 2022. The Dutch, under van Gaal's legacy, are built to go further.

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Venue

NRG Stadium

Houston, TX, USA · Capacity: 72,220

The first retractable-roof stadium in the NFL, NRG is part of a massive sports complex. Climate-controlled comfort in the Texas heat.

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Fan Guide: Houston

Top Spots

Richmond Arms · Pub

Houston's original soccer bar since 1996. Everton supporters bar.

Ron's Pub · Sports Bar

Multi-sport but great for soccer, local favorite

Lucky's Pub · Sports Bar

Huge outdoor space, watch parties for major events

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse · Restaurant

Texas-sized steaks. This is cattle country.

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Other Group F Matches

Netherlands vs JapanJun 14 · DallasSweden vs TunisiaJun 15 · MonterreyTunisia vs JapanJun 20 · MonterreyJapan vs SwedenJun 25 · DallasTunisia vs NetherlandsJun 25 · Kansas City

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