Malta vs Netherlands Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The Oranje dominated the proceedings when these sides last met.

The Malta national football team are all set to battle it out against the Netherlands national football team for their round 7 fixture of the FIFA World Cup European qualifiers. This is going to be an entertaining game, which will take place at the Ta’ Qali National Stadium.

The Knights of St. John will be at home, and it is going to be one of the advantages for them. The Malta national football team have not been able to win a match in their current World Cup qualifying run. They were dominated when they last faced the Dutch, and this can psychologically keep them under pressure.

The Netherlands national football team have performed well in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers in their current campaign. The Oranje have already defeated Malta once and will be looking to repeat a similar result. They will be confident enough for their upcoming fixture.

Kick-off:

• Location: Attard, Malta
• Stadium: Ta’ Qali National Stadium
• Date: Friday, October 10
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Thursday, Oct 9; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Duje Strukan
• VAR: In use

Form:

Malta: L-D-L-D-W

Netherlands: D-W-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Alexander Satariano (Malta)

Alexander Satariano will have a key role to play for the Malta national football team as they face a big challenge next. He must regulate the ball well in the midfield and has shown that he can score goals as well. The 23-year-old will be looking to give his so that he can help his side a chance against the Dutch.

Cody Gakpo (Netherlands)

Cody Gakpo is going to play an important role in the attacking front as Memphis Depay’s availability is not yet confirmed. The Liverpool star will be keen on finding the net for the Netherlands national football team. Other than scoring goals, he can also help his fellow teammates by finding spaces.

Match Facts

• Malta have never been able to score a goal against Oranje in their seven meetings against each other.
• The Netherlands have won all of their seven fixtures against Malta.
• The Oranje are on an eight-match unbeaten run.

Malta vs Netherlands: Betting Tips and Odds

• Netherlands to win @1/20 William Hill
• Cody Gakpo to score @9/2 Skybet
• Goals over 3.5 @3/4 William Hill

Injury and Team News

All of the selected squad members for Malta are fit and ready to be in action.

Memphis Depay might miss the Netherlands as his visa was reportedly stolen in Brazil.

The Oranje squad list! 📋🦁#NothingLikeOranje pic.twitter.com/mwQNGsNyF9

— OnsOranje (@OnsOranje) October 3, 2025

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 7

Malta won: 0

Netherlands won: 7

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Malta predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Bonello (GK); Muscat, Shaw, Pepe, Beerman; Paiber, Satariano; Joseph Mbong, Paul Mbong, Chouaref; Cardona

Netherlands predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Verbruggen (GK); Dumfries, De Vrij, Van Dijk, Ake; Reijnders, De Jong, Timber; Malen, Weghorst, Gakpo

Match Prediction

The hosts will be under pressure due to their past performances against the Oranje. The Netherlands national football team are most likely to secure a win against Malta in their upcoming World Cup qualifier game.

Prediction: Malta 0-5 Netherlands

Telecast Details

India: Star Sports Network, SonyLiv

UK: Prime Video UK

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