Answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Netherlands national team at the 2026 World Cup.
Netherlands is in Group F, alongside Tunisia, Japan, Sweden. Their first match ended with a result against Japan.
The head coach of Netherlands is Ronald Koeman. Legend of Dutch football, both as player and manager. In his second stint as national team coach, Koeman has rebuilt the team after the Louis van Gaal era. Promotes the famous Dutch 4-3-3 style with emphasis on possession and elaborate build-up.
The captain of Netherlands is Virgil van Dijk, one of the most experienced players in the squad.
The star player of Netherlands is Virgil van Dijk. Robin van Persie โ 50 goals
Netherlands has won 0 World Cup titles (โ) and has participated in 11 tournaments.
Netherlands has been one of the strongest teams in the tournament. Their FIFA ranking of #6 and recent performances suggest they are serious contenders.
Netherlands's base camp is set at a dedicated training facility with hotels and practice grounds arranged by FIFA for the duration of the tournament.
Their next scheduled matches are: Jun 20 vs Sweden โ SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, USA and Jun 26 vs Tunisia โ BC Place, Vancouver, CAN.
Netherlands typically employs a flexible 4-3-3 formation under manager Ronald Koeman, emphasizing possession-based attacking football with quick transitions.
No, Netherlands has not yet won a World Cup title.