Netherlands

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FIFA#8
2026

Netherlands' 2026 Campaign

In the World Cup - Qualification Europe 2025/2026, the Netherlands topped their group with an impeccable six wins and two draws from eight matches, remaining unbeaten and amassing 20 points. Their attacking prowess was clear, netting 27 goals while conceding a mere four, reflecting both offensive flair and defensive solidity. At home, they were particularly dominant, scoring 17 times and keeping three clean sheets, while away they maintained their unbeaten run with three wins and a draw.

As the World Cup 2026 proper begins, the Dutch find themselves in Group F, poised to make an impression after their near-perfect qualifiers. Their recent form, including a spirited draw against Japan in the tournament opener, shows a side capable of both scoring freely and maintaining defensive discipline. With a squad blending experienced defenders and exciting attacking talent, the Netherlands will aim to add another strong chapter to their World Cup history.

Looking ahead, the team will hope to build on this foundation and perhaps edge closer to the elusive trophy that has narrowly escaped them in the past. No need to rush — great things come to those who wait, preferably with a ball at their feet.

Group F

#TeamPPts
1Netherlands37
2Japan35
3Sweden34
4Tunisia30
As of 19 Jul 2026
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Qualifying campaign

Rank

1

Points

20

PPG (last 5)

2.60

Squad pedigree

20 of 26 squad players (77%) play club football in a top-5 European league.

Spotlight

F. de Jong

F. de Jong

Barcelona
La Liga

25 apps · 1 G · 4 A · 7.44

Player shape

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C. Summerville

C. Summerville

Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Pro League

7 apps · 2 G · 3 A · 7.90

Player shape

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D. Malen

D. Malen

AS Roma
Serie A

5 apps · 6 G · 0 A · 7.76

Player shape

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League position

Position 4

Points trajectory

Rank 4

FIFA world ranking

#8

Manager

Xavi

Spain

Season at a glance

W 2·D 2·L 011–5 GF/GA+6 GD0 clean sheets

Streaks

Last 5 home1W2D0Llast 5
Last 5 away1W0D0Llast 5
Scored4/4
Conceded4/4

Last result

Serbia
1-2
Netherlands
27 Sept

Next match

Greece
19:45
Netherlands
1 Oct

UEFA Nations League table

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1Switzerland13
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Netherlands Season Form Analysis

The Netherlands have showcased a robust and consistent form throughout their World Cup 2026 qualifying campaign. They remained unbeaten across eight matches, securing six wins and two draws, accumulating a hefty 20 points. Their defensive solidity is notable, conceding only four goals while netting an impressive 27, reflecting a well-balanced team effort.

Interestingly, they have been equally effective both home and away, winning three matches in each setting, and maintaining five clean sheets overall. Their form pattern, described as WWWDW, suggests a strong run with only occasional hiccups, predominantly dropping points through draws rather than defeats.

While the biggest win streak is not marked, the steady accumulation of points and minimal losses hints at a team performing with admirable consistency, setting a solid foundation as they prepare for their group stage opener against Sweden at home.

Statistics

Home / Away splits

HomeGoals forAway
8
3
HomeGoals againstAway
4
1
HomeClean sheetsAway
HomeFailed to scoreAway
HomeAvg goals scored / gameAway
2.67vs3.00

Week-by-week trends

team vs league avg (dashed)
Goals for
11
Goals against
5
Goal difference
+6
Clean sheets
0
Points / round
8.0

Netherlands Home and Away Performance

The Netherlands have been quite the fortress at home during their World Cup qualifying campaign in the 2025/2026 season, netting 17 goals while conceding just once across four matches. Their three clean sheets at home underline a disciplined defensive setup that’s tough to break down. Away from home, they’ve been slightly less prolific, scoring 10 goals and conceding three in an equal number of games, with two clean sheets to their name.

This contrast suggests a confident and attacking style that thrives on home advantage but remains solid on the road. Defence remains tight regardless of venue, which bodes well for their World Cup 2026 prospects. In short, whether at home or away, the Dutch know how to keep the opposition guessing and the scoreboard ticking.

Fipster's Record on Netherlands

Fipster is still building its record on the Netherlands this World Cup 2026 campaign, having graded just one fixture so far. That solitary outing wasn't a star performance, but it does mean the model has at least dipped its toes in the orange waters. With the qualifying campaign sparkling—six wins, two draws, and no losses—Fipster’s data foundation looks promising, if not yet fully baked. Expect more insights as the tournament unfolds and the model gathers more material to work its predictive magic.