Netherlands’ Full FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule - Dates, kick-off times & venues
(Courtesy : Getty)
Virgil van Dijk to captain the Oranje on the world stage!
The final 26-man list of players to represent the Netherlands at the FIFA World Cup 2026 has now been unveiled. The upcoming edition of the mega competition is all set to take place in Mexico, Canada and the USA.
Ronald Koeman’s men are on a phenomenal run at the moment. They are undefeated in their last 14 matches and will only be looking to extend their winning run. The Orange are set to take on Algeria and Uzbekistan for international friendlies before setting foot on the grandest stage of them all. These friendly games are surely going to help the Netherlands identify their strengths and weaknesses.
The final list of players included in the Netherlands national football team will be looking to put up a show. During a recent press conference, Ronald Koeman mentioned that his squad can beat any team in the FIFA World Cup 2026. This means that they are fully confident and are going to come up with a strong fight at FIFA’s flagship tournament, which will begin on June 11.
Top stars like Memphis Depay, Denzel Dumfries, Cody Gakpo and others are included in the squad. It looks like a well-balanced side.
Also Read: Top five players left out of Netherlands’ FIFA World Cup 2026 final squad ft. De Ligt & Frimpong
Netherlands’ World Cup Schedule
Ronald Koeman’s men are placed in Group F of the FIFA World Cup 2026 alongside Japan, Sweden and Tunisia.
- Netherlands vs Japan: June 15 (01:30 AM IST); June 14 (08:00 PM GMT/ 03:00 PM ET/ 12:00 PM PT) AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, USA.
- Netherlands vs Sweden: June 20 (10:30 PM IST/ 05:00 PM GMT/ 12:00 PM ET/ 09:00 AM PT) NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, USA.
- Netherlands vs Tunisia: June 26 (04:30 AM IST); June 25 (11:00 PM GMT/ 06:00 PM ET/ 03:00 PM PT) Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri, USA.
The Netherlands national football team will need to secure a top-two finish in their group to advance to the knockout stages in the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Which group are Netherlands placed in for FIFA World Cup 2026?
They are drawn in Group F.
Which teams will Netherlands face in group stage of FIFA World Cup 2026?
The Orange are going to take on Japan, Sweden and Tunisia.
Who will captain Netherlands at FIFA World Cup 2026?
Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk.
For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Telegram.
Dilpreet is a dedicated football writer with a keen eye for World Football. As a proud Real Madrid fan, we believe his work reflects the same ambition and precision. Since joining Khel Now in 2025, he has crafted stories beyond scores, diving into tactics, culture, and emotion. With a strong background in content writing, he blends clarity with creativity, always aiming to bring the beautiful game closer to readers.