Netherlands vs Sweden
World Cup Match Preview & Prediction
A potentially decisive Group F showdown awaits as the Netherlands take on Sweden. After one round of matches, Sweden sit top of the group following a dominant win over Tunisia, while the Netherlands were held to a draw by Japan.
🇳🇱 Netherlands
Ranked 8th in the FIFA World Rankings, the Netherlands remain one of Europe's strongest teams despite an inconsistent recent run. They responded to their opening draw by extending a stretch that includes wins over Uzbekistan and Norway, but dropped points against Japan, Ecuador, and Algeria.
🇸🇪 Sweden
Sweden, ranked 38th, arrive full of confidence after a convincing 5-1 victory over Tunisia. The Swedes have won three of their last four matches and currently lead the group on goal difference thanks to an explosive attacking display in Round 1.
A victory for Sweden would put them on the verge of qualification, while the Netherlands know they likely need three points to avoid entering the final matchday under pressure.
By The Numbers
Sweden #38
Netherlands, Tunisia
Sweden 1W-0D-0L
Sweden 3W-1D-1L
Sweden 14
Sweden 8
Over 2.5
Sweden have momentum and currently lead the group, but the Netherlands possess greater overall quality, experience, and depth. Expect a close match with both sides creating chances, though the Dutch should have enough quality to edge it.