The Netherlands national football team Games, fondly dubbed Oranje (the Orange) is one of the most followed in world football. Famed for “Total Football”, an endless supply of Premier League and La Liga players, and three World Cup final appearances; the Dutch are always one of the most googled national teams whenever a major tournament or international break rolls around.
The team crossed the landmark 2026 threshold earlier this year. Now under head coach Ronald Koeman, the Netherlands finished at the top of their group at FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America before exiting in the Round of 32. With that chapter closed, the focus turns to the UEFA Nations League, friendly matches and Euro 2028 qualification.
Including the most recent Netherlands National Football Team games, upcoming 2026 fixture list, squad details, standings and how to watch.
Latest Netherlands National Football Team Games
After a stellar World Cup group-stage run — 2-2 with Japan; 5-1 win over Sweden; 3-1 victory against Tunisia — the Oranje suffered Round of 32 elimination to Morocco, falling by penalties after a 1-1 draw in normal time.
Quick Summary of Upcoming Tournaments
- UEFA Nations League A (Group 2) — September to November 2026, against Germany, Serbia, and Greece
- International friendlies — scheduled during FIFA windows throughout the year
- UEFA Euro 2028 qualifiers — expected to begin in 2027
Netherlands National Football Team Games 2026 Overview
Netherlands Football Schedule 2026
2026 has been dominated by two phases: the FIFA World Cup in June–July, followed by the UEFA Nations League from September onward. The Dutch enter the second half of the year fresh off their World Cup exit, using the Nations League to rebuild momentum before qualifying campaigns resume.
Current Competitions
- FIFA World Cup 2026 (completed group stage win, Round of 32 exit)
- UEFA Nations League A, Group 2 (upcoming)
International Match Calendar
The Dutch football calendar follows the standard FIFA international windows March, June, September, October, and November plus any tournament-specific fixtures.
Total Matches Expected in 2026
Including World Cup fixtures already played and the five confirmed UEFA Nations League matches in the September–November window, the Netherlands are set to play close to a dozen internationals across 2026.
Netherlands National Football Team Fixtures (2026)
| Date | Opponent | Competition | Venue | Time (IST)* | Result |
| 24 Sep 2026 | Germany | UEFA Nations League A | Home (Netherlands) | Late night / TBC | Upcoming |
| 27 Sep 2026 | Serbia | UEFA Nations League A | Away (Serbia) | Late night / TBC | Upcoming |
| 1 Oct 2026 | Greece | UEFA Nations League A | Away (Greece) | Late night / TBC | Upcoming |
| 4 Oct 2026 | Serbia | UEFA Nations League A | Home (Netherlands) | Late night / TBC | Upcoming |
| 13 Nov 2026 | Greece | UEFA Nations League A | Home (Netherlands) | Late night / TBC | Upcoming |
| 16 Nov 2026 | Germany | UEFA Nations League A | Away (Germany) | Late night / TBC | Upcoming |
Netherlands Football Schedule 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches
| Match | Date | Venue | Result |
| Netherlands vs Japan | 14 Jun 2026 | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | 2-2 draw |
| Netherlands vs Sweden | 20 Jun 2026 | Houston | 5-1 win |
| Netherlands vs Tunisia | 25 Jun 2026 | Kansas City | 3-1 win |
| Netherlands vs Morocco (Round of 32) | Late Jun 2026 | USA | 1-1 draw (lost on penalties) |
The Netherlands won Group F with seven points from three matches, scoring ten goals in the process, before being eliminated by Morocco on penalties in the Round of 32.
UEFA Nations League Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Status |
| 24 Sep 2026 | Germany | Home | Upcoming |
| 27 Sep 2026 | Serbia | Away | Upcoming |
| 1 Oct 2026 | Greece | Away | Upcoming |
| 4 Oct 2026 | Serbia | Home | Upcoming |
| 13 Nov 2026 | Greece | Home | Upcoming |
| 16 Nov 2026 | Germany | Away | Upcoming |
The Netherlands have been placed in Nations League A, Group 2, alongside Germany, Serbia, and Greece — a tough group featuring one of their fiercest historic rivals in Germany.
International Friendlies
As the Netherlands prepared for the World Cup, they played two warm-up friendlies against Uzbekistan (3:0 win) and Ecuador, which Koeman employed to assess squad options and combinations ahead of their big tournament Exertion. To be held around the November international window and into early 2027, more friendly fixtures are also likely to be added.
World Cup Qualifiers (If Applicable)
As a reminder, the Netherlands are already qualified for this cycle (for the 2026 World Cup). Unlike his opponents, they won all but two of their eight successful matches in UEFA qualifying Group G, scoring 27 goals and conceding just four against Lithuania, Finland, Malta and Poland. Having already qualified, the Dutch sealed top spot with a 4-0 victory over Lithuania at the Johan Cruijff Arena on 17 November 2025.
Euro Qualifiers (If Applicable)
We have no fixtures yet for UEFA Euro 2028 qualifying, with fixture announcements expected to follow the 2026-27 Nations League cycle and the other draws for continental qualifying.
Netherlands Next Match
- Date: 24 September 2026
- Opponent: Germany
- Competition: UEFA Nations League A, Group 2
- Kick-off time: To be confirmed (typically a late-evening European kickoff, translating to late night/early morning IST)
- Venue: Netherlands (home fixture)
Match Preview
Your detail – Netherlands open their Nations League schip against arch-rivals Germany, a match steeped in football history that goes right the way back to 1974. Coming off a World Cup round of 32 exit, Koeman’s side will want to hit reset with the offensive flair which saw them score ten goals in the group stage.
Key Players to Watch
- Virgil van Dijk: Captain, backbone
- Cody Gakpo: Attacking Player
- Frenkie de Jong: Midfield creator/tempo setter
- Tijjani Reijnders: box-to-box engine in midfield
Netherlands Football Games Today
The Netherlands have no fixtures today according to the latest schedule. Their next scheduled match is against Germany on 24 September 2026 in the UEFA Nations League. LIVE SCORE: Towards the end of this article(as it gets nearer to matchday) we will have real time updates and when exactly Kick-off is, along with whether t…
- Today’s fixture: None scheduled
- Live Score: Not available until next matchday
- Match timing: Will be updated once announced officially
- TV channels:all depends on broadcast location
- Live streaming: Subject to confirmation, available through regional sports streaming apps
Netherlands Match Calendar 2026
- January: International break; club football continues throughout Europe.
- February: No Netherlands games; players play in domestic league
- March: Generally a FIFA International Window, friendlies or qualifiers can be added based on the calendar.
- June: FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage and knockout matches (Japan, Sweden, Tunisia, Morocco).
- September: UEFA Nations League opener against Germany (home) and away trip to Serbia.
- October: UEFA Nations League: Greece (away), Serbia (home).
- November: UEFA Nations League games against Greece (home) and Germany (away, group game ending)
Netherlands Football Fixtures and Results
| Competition | Played | Won | Draw | Lost | Goals |
| FIFA World Cup 2026 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0* | 11 scored |
| UEFA Qualifying (Group G) | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 27 scored, 4 conceded |
| International Friendlies (pre-World Cup) | Multiple | — | — | — | — |
*The Round of 32 match against Morocco ended in a 1-1 draw after normal time; the Netherlands lost the resulting penalty shootout.
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Recent Five Matches
- Netherlands 1-1 Morocco (Round of 32, lost on penalties)
- Netherlands 3-1 Tunisia (World Cup Group F)
- Netherlands 5-1 Sweden (World Cup Group F)
- Netherlands 2-2 Japan (World Cup Group F)
- Netherlands 2-1 Uzbekistan (pre-World Cup friendly)
Match Reports
Their 5-1 victory over Sweden was by some distance their best form at the World Cup, with Cody Gakpo and Donyell Malen heavy contributors. A closely-fought tie ended on penalties in the Round of 32 against Morocco.
Biggest Wins
Dutch national team coach Ronald Koeman celebrated his 70th match in charge with the 5-1 win over Sweden, marginally their biggest victory of the 2026 World Cup cycle after they beat Malta 8-0 on Friday.
Biggest Defeats
Finishing on top of their group, the Netherlands were eliminated by Morocco on penalties in the Round of 32, highlighting one of numerous low points in a busy campaign.
Netherlands FIFA World Cup Matches
Group Stage Fixtures
The Netherlands participated in Group F, facing Japan, Sweden and Tunisia while their matches took place in the Dallas, Houston, and Kansas City regions
Knockout Matches
Finishing top of the group lined up a Round of 32 match with Morocco, the semi-finals at their home World Cup in 2022. However, the match ended 1-1 in regular time and Morocco won through penalty shoot-out.
World Cup Record
It was the Netherlands’ 12th appearance at a FIFA World Cup. However, the team has reached the final on three occasions — 1974, 1978 and 2010 — without yet getting over the line, making them one of the most successful nations to have never won a World Cup.
Best Performances
Historic landmarks include two top-2 finishes in 1974 and 1978, a semi-final run in Brazil 2014, and quarter-finals burst out at the last tournament – Qatar 2022. And the 2026 group-stage showing — ten goals in three games — is one of the most expansive campaigns in U.S. men’s World Cup history.
Latest World Cup Campaign
The Netherlands qualified from Group F in 2026 with unbeaten group stage form before being dumped out on penalties by Morocco in the Round of 32 — a disappointing end for anyone following the kinds of attacking football they hit the ground running with at this tournament.
Netherlands UEFA Nations League Fixtures
Current Nations League Schedule
They will be in League A, Group 2 with Germany, Serbia and Greece, completing fixtures from late September until mid-November 2026.
Standings
As of writing, the group stage has not begun; standings will update as fixtures are played beginning 24 September 2026.
Remaining Matches
The only thing left to be played are the six group matches — home and away, against Germany, Serbia and Greece between September and November 2026.
Qualification Chances
The Netherlands are a League A nation with recent pedigree in tournament football (Euro 2024 semi-finalists, World Cup 2026 group winners), and will be among the challengers for top spot in their Nations League group but Germany are a formidable foe.
Netherlands International Fixtures
Friendly Matches
Koeman’s squad was then prepared for the tournament in two pre-World Cup friendlies against Uzbekistan and Ecuador. The lion’s share of friendlies will be in the November window and into 2027.
FIFA International Windows
Netherlands 2026 calendar (All FIFA windows standard for March, June, September, October and November)
Home Matches
Home matches are typically played in Amsterdam at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, but De Kuip in Rotterdam and Philips Stadion in Eindhoven are other venues which have also been used on a regular basis.
Away Matches
Netherlands have one more away fixture in the Nations League, travelling to Serbia and Greece.
Netherlands Squad 2026
| Position | Player | Club |
| Goalkeeper | Bart Verbruggen | Brighton & Hove Albion |
| Goalkeeper | Mark Flekken | Bayer Leverkusen |
| Goalkeeper | Robin Roefs | Sunderland |
| Defender | Virgil van Dijk (Captain) | Liverpool |
| Defender | Lutsharel Geertruida | RB Leipzig |
| Defender | Nathan Aké | Fenerbahçe |
| Defender | Jan Paul van Hecke | Tottenham Hotspur |
| Defender | Micky van de Ven | Tottenham Hotspur |
| Defender | Jorrel Hato | Chelsea |
| Defender | Denzel Dumfries | Inter Milan |
| Midfielder | Frenkie de Jong | Barcelona |
| Midfielder | Ryan Gravenberch | Liverpool |
| Midfielder | Tijjani Reijnders | Manchester City |
| Midfielder | Mats Wieffer | Brighton & Hove Albion |
| Forward | Memphis Depay | Corinthians |
| Forward | Cody Gakpo | Liverpool |
| Forward | Donyell Malen | AS Roma |
| Forward | Justin Kluivert | — |
| Forward | Brian Brobbey | — |
Goalkeepers
Bart Verbruggen remains the preferred choice with Mark Flekken and Robin Roefs offering experienced alternatives.
Defenders
Leading the backline is captain Virgil van Dijk alongside Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven and Jan Paul van Hecke, plus Chelsea’s rising star Jorrel Hato.
Midfielders
You usually have Frenkie de Jong and Ryan Gravenberch as a double pivot, with Tijjani Reijnders providing energy and late runs in the box.
Forwards
Five forwardsAaron Leya Iseka (given the form he’s in, he could well become the centre-forward of Holland’s future) and Jonathan David available for selection following long injuriesMemphis Depay, Holland’s all time high scorer in international forecast, fits into a five forward system, combining with Cody Gakpo whereas Donyell Malen and Brian Brobbey are on hand to provide quality back-up.
Netherlands Football Coach
Current Head Coach
Head coach Ronald Koeman took charge of the Netherlands in his second spell as manager, having initially managed from 2018 to 2020 before returning to the side in 2023.
Coaching Record
The round of 32 elimination came on top of Koeman steering the Oranje into Euro 2024’s semi-finals and a Group F win at the 2026 World Cup. He gained 78 caps as a player and claimed Euro 1988 with the Netherlands, while has enjoy domestic success with Ajax and PSV as a manager; he had previously been in charge at Barcelona, Everton and Southampton.
Playing Style
Koeman, known for his possession-based attacking style of football influenced by traditional Dutch principles, prefers quick transitions and controlled buildup play from the back.
Tactical Formation
Usually, the Netherlands line up in a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3–3, built around Van Dijk’s leadership at centre-back and the double pivot of De Jong and Gravenberch in midfield.
Key Netherlands Football Players to Watch
| Player | Position | Current Club | Why to Watch | Strengths |
| Virgil van Dijk | Centre-Back | Liverpool | Captain and defensive leader of the Oranje | Leadership, aerial ability, tackling, composure |
| Frenkie de Jong | Central Midfielder | Barcelona | Controls the tempo and links defense with attack | Passing, ball control, vision, dribbling |
| Cody Gakpo | Left Winger / Forward | Liverpool | One of the team’s biggest attacking threats | Finishing, pace, movement, versatility |
| Xavi Simons | Attacking Midfielder | RB Leipzig | Creative young playmaker with excellent technical skills | Creativity, dribbling, assists, flair |
| Memphis Depay | Striker | Corinthians | Netherlands’ all-time leading goalscorer and experienced forward | Goalscoring, free kicks, experience |
| Donyell Malen | Winger / Forward | AS Roma | Explosive attacker capable of changing games | Speed, finishing, counter-attacks |
| Tijjani Reijnders | Central Midfielder | Manchester City | Dynamic box-to-box midfielder with excellent work rate | Passing, ball carrying, long-range shooting |
| Jeremie Frimpong | Right Wing-Back | Liverpool | Attacking full-back who adds width and pace | Crossing, acceleration, attacking runs |
| Jurrien Timber | Defender | Arsenal | Versatile defender comfortable in multiple positions | Tackling, positioning, ball progression |
| Bart Verbruggen | Goalkeeper | Brighton & Hove Albion | Emerging first-choice goalkeeper with excellent distribution | Shot-stopping, reflexes, distribution |
Key Takeaways:
- Best Defender: Virgil van Dijk
- Best Midfielder: Frenkie de Jong
- Best Young Talent: Xavi Simons
- Top Goal Threat: Cody Gakpo
- Most Experienced Forward: Memphis Depay
- Rising Star: Bart Verbruggen
Netherlands Football Lineup (Predicted XI)
| Position | Player |
| GK | Bart Verbruggen |
| RB | Denzel Dumfries |
| CB | Virgil van Dijk (C) |
| CB | Jan Paul van Hecke |
| LB | Micky van de Ven |
| CM | Ryan Gravenberch |
| CM | Frenkie de Jong |
| CM | Tijjani Reijnders |
| RW | Cody Gakpo |
| ST | Memphis Depay |
| LW | Donyell Malen |
Formation: 4-3-3, with flexibility to shift into a 4-2-3-1 depending on the opponent.
Netherlands Football Standings
| Competition | Current Standing | Position | Record | Status |
| FIFA Men’s World Ranking | Top 10 National Team | 8th | Among Europe’s elite national teams | Active |
| FIFA World Cup 2026 | Qualified | Round of 32 | Eliminated after a penalty shootout against Morocco | Finished |
| UEFA Nations League | League A | Group Stage | Competing against Europe’s top national teams | Ongoing |
| 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers | Qualified | 1st in Group G | 6 Wins, 2 Draws, 0 Losses | Qualified |
| UEFA European Championship Qualifiers | Not Active (2026) | — | Next qualifying cycle pending | Upcoming |
| International Friendlies | Active | N/A | Preparation matches during FIFA windows | Ongoing |
Netherlands Team Performance Snapshot
| Statistic | Record |
| FIFA World Ranking | 8th |
| World Cup Qualification | Qualified (Group G Winners) |
| UEFA Confederation | UEFA |
| World Cup Best Finish | Runners-up (1974, 1978, 2010) |
| World Cup 2026 Finish | Round of 32 |
| Current Head Coach | Ronald Koeman |
| Team Nickname | Oranje |
| Team Captain | Virgil van Dijk |
FIFA Ranking
Even despite a good World Cup qualifying run and a solid group-stage World Cup roundup, the Netherland still sit firmly in about 7th–8th in the FIFA World Rankings through mid-2026, at least making them part of the top ten nations ranked around the globe.
UEFA Ranking
The Netherlands have remained a perennial top international side throughout, currently ranked eighth in Europe – based on their Euro 2024 semi-final run and group win at the 2026 World Cup.
Group Standings
The Netherlands narrowly beat Japan to first in Group F with seven points, ahead of Sweden and Tunisia.
Tournament Standings
Having exited the Round of 32, Netherlands’ challenge for a quarter-final berth at World Cup 2026 looks bleak – despite being one of the most faultless nations in group stage.
Netherlands Home vs Away Matches
Home Games
Games scheduled to be played at home are largely held at the Amsterdam Johan Cruyff ArenA, with other venues such as De Kuip (in Rotterdam) and Philips Stadion (Eindhoven), used throughout the years. Face Germany (24 Sep) and Serbia (4 Oct), home Nations League fixtures
Away Games
For the Nations League, the Dutch will travel to Serbia (27 Sep) and Greece (1 Oct), followed by a visit back to Germany for another away game on 16 Nov.
Neutral Venue Matches
2026 World Cup matches are currently being held at neutral tournament venues throughout the United States to cities in Arlington, Houston and Kansas City.
Where to Watch Netherlands Football Matches
TV Broadcasters
General Live coverage of matches played by Netherlands no matter where they are should be offered regionally Major sports broadcasters tend to own the rights UEFA Nations League and FIFA World Cup 4
Live Streaming Platforms
Live coverage is primarily available in regional streaming apps belonging to national broadcasters as well as through official digital platforms operated by UEFA and FIFA.
Mobile Apps
FotMob and Sofascore are live-score apps that offer real-time updates, lineups, and statistics on every Netherlands game.
Live Score Websites
Fans are able to follow live scores, matches events and post-match statistics through apps by Sofascore in addition to FotMob and ESPN.
Netherlands Match Timings (IST)
| Competition | Kick-off (Local) | Indian Time (IST) |
| UEFA Nations League (evening kickoff) | ~20:45 CET/CEST | ~12:15 AM IST (next day) |
| UEFA Nations League (early evening kickoff) | ~18:45 CET/CEST | ~10:15 PM IST |
| FIFA World Cup (afternoon US kickoff) | ~16:00 ET | ~1:30 AM IST (next day) |
Netherlands Football Tournament Schedule
FIFA World Cup
Netherlands – Reached Round of 32 (Finished 1st place in Group F) Exit to Morocco
UEFA Nations League
Fixtures to face Germany, Serbia and Greece in Group 2 come between September and November 2026.
International Friendlies
Further friendlies are likely to be penciled in around November’s window and into early 2027, prior to Euro 2028 qualifying.
UEFA European Championship Qualifiers
Euro 2028 qualifying fixtures are still to be drawn however confirmation of the schedule is expected following the conclusion of this Nations League cycle.
Netherlands National Football Team Records
Most Appearances
And while Alexis Mac Allister and Enzo Fernández are no strangers to caps from qualifying, Wesley Sneijder and Edwin van der Sar remain among well over 100 of their compatriots in the records books too most recently for {our constants|guys that are still on the pitch with some} close to one major caps milestone.
Top Goal Scorers
Memphis Depay is the Netherlands all-time leading scorer, and he broke Robin van Persie’s old record.
Biggest Victories
That total marked one of the more lopsided results for the Netherlands in recent years, the Dutch having previously drawn 8-0 against Malta during World Cup qualifying.
Longest Unbeaten Run
During the whole of their World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign, the Dutch came out on top in six of eight games and drew two.
World Cup Achievements
Three second-placed finishes (1974, 1978, 2010), one semi-final (2014) and one quarter-final (2022); 12 total tournament appearances.
European Championship Achievements
Ronald Koeman led Netherlands to Euro 2024 semi-finals only a few weeks after the end of their campaign; also back in this century, Holland won Euro 1988, still their major trophy.
Why Follow the Oranje in 2026?
Strong Squad
The Netherlands has one of the deepest talent pools in world football, with players playing at top clubs all around Europe including Liverpool, Barcelona, Manchester City and Chelsea.
Young Stars
Representing a thrilling new generation, Jorrel Hato and Lutsharel Geertruida will seek to carry the torch forward from the established national team.
Experienced Leaders
Virgil van Dijk, Frenkie de Jong and Memphis Depay are the kind of experienced heads one needs if you want to go into battle at the highest level.
Tournament Ambitions
The Oranje may still be amongst the big guns in European football vying for an elusive first major men’s World Cup title, but a Nations League campaign now underway and Euro 2028 qualifying fast approaching will stay off any lingering sustained pressure on his outlandish progress with the national team.
Conclusion
Netherlands national football team Games looks ahead to the second half of 2026 with World Cup qualification in the rearview mirror — it was a group-stage cruise followed by penalty-shootout heartache against Morocco. The focus now turns to the UEFA Nations League, which pits Koeman’s side against Germany, Serbia and Greece in a tough Group 2.
But though the world missed out on an international matchup involving Memphis Depay at his free-scoring best, a Dutch side built around Van Dijk retained its watchability thanks to a midfield trio of Frenkie de Jong, Ryan Gravenberch and Tijjani Reijnders. Keep up with fans and confirmed fixtures from September through November, monitor live match timings closer to the day for each game and follow squad updates as the Netherlands prepares Euro 2028 qualifying.
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FAQs
1. When is the Netherlands’ next match?
The Netherlands’ next confirmed match is against Germany on 24 September 2026 in the UEFA Nations League.
2. Who are the Netherlands playing next?
Germany, in a UEFA Nations League A, Group 2 fixture at home.
3. Where can I watch Netherlands football matches?
Matches are broadcast via regional sports networks and streaming platforms, with live scores available on apps like FotMob and Sofascore.
4. What is the Netherlands football schedule for 2026?
After completing their World Cup 2026 campaign, the Netherlands play six UEFA Nations League matches between September and November 2026 against Germany, Serbia, and Greece.
5. How many matches will the Netherlands play this year?
Including World Cup fixtures already played, the Netherlands are set to play close to a dozen internationals across 2026.
6. What competitions are the Netherlands playing in?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 (completed) and the UEFA Nations League (ongoing from September 2026).
7. Has the Netherlands qualified for the FIFA World Cup?
Yes. The Netherlands qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by topping UEFA Group G unbeaten and competed at the tournament, reaching the Round of 32.
8. What time does the Netherlands match start today?
The Netherlands do not have a match scheduled today; their next fixture is 24 September 2026 against Germany.
9. Where are the Netherlands football games being played?
Home matches are played primarily at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam, with De Kuip and Philips Stadion also used; away Nations League fixtures will be played in Serbia and Germany.
10. Who is the captain of the Netherlands national football team?
Virgil van Dijk captains the Netherlands national team.
