Preview: Netherlands vs Algeria prediction, odds, where to watch, time | International friendly
This will be the first-ever encounter between these sides.
The Netherlands national football team will be locking horns with the Algeria national football team in what is going to be an international friendly. This is going to be an interesting outing ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and is set to take place at the Feyenoord Stadium.
The Ronald Koeman-led side are on a strong run of form at the moment. They haven’t faced a defeat in their last 14 matches and will be looking to keep it that way. The Oranje are going to be at home for their upcoming friendly fixture and it is only going to help them.
The final 26-man roster to represent the Netherlands national football team on the world stage has also been unveiled. It is a mix of experienced and young players. Stars like Memphis Depay, Virgil van Dijk and Denzel Dumfries have been added to the lineup. This will help them control the game from the start with a strong strategy.
Vladimir Petković’s men have only been in a decent run of form. They have secured three wins in their last five matches. The upcoming contest is going to be a tough one for the Greens as they will be the travelling side. To face the Netherlands is going to be a new challenge for them and it is going to be an interesting contest.
The Algeria national football team also have the confirmation of players who are going to represent them at the FIFA World Cup 2026. This friendly encounter is going to be an important game for them as they are looking to build up some momentum.
Kick-off:
- Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Stadium: Feyenoord Stadium
- Date: Thursday, June 4
- Kick-off time: 12:30 AM IST (Wednesday, June 3; 07:00 PM GMT/ 02:00 PM ET/ 11:00 AM PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: Not in use
Form:
Netherlands: W-D-W-W-D
Algeria: W-W-L-W-D
Players to Watch
Memphis Depay (Netherlands)
The experienced star will be looking to gear heavily for the grandest stage of them all. Having scored 52 goals, Memphis Depay is the top goal scorer for the Netherlands national football team. He is going to play an important role in the attacking front for the Orange and will be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.
Riyad Mahrez (Algeria)
The Al Ahli star is going to play a crucial part for the Algerian national football team. He has scored a total of 38 goals for the Greens. Riyad Mahrez is good at scoring goals and creating players for his fellow teammates, which is going to make him a constant problem for the hosts. He has been in a decent run of form this season.
Match Facts
- Netherlands are on a 14-game unbeaten run.
- Algeria have secured three wins in their last five matches.
- These sides are going to take on one another for the first time.
Netherlands vs Algeria: Betting Tips and Odds
- Netherlands to win
- Memphis Depay to score
- Goals over 3.5
Injury and Team News
Netherlands have all their players fit and ready to be in action.
Luca Zidane might sit out for Algeria due to a lack of fitness.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 0
Netherlands won: 0
Algeria won: 0
Draws: 0
Final Squads
Netherlands squad
Goalkeepers: Mark Flekken, Robin Roefs, Bart Verbruggen
Defenders: Nathan Aké, Denzel Dumfries, Jorrel Hato, Jurriën Timber, Micky van de Ven, Virgil van Dijk, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mats Wieffer
Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong, Marten de Roon, Ryan Gravenberch, Justin Kluivert, Teun Koopmeiners, Tijjani Reijnders, Guus Til, Quinten Timber
Forwards: Brian Brobbey, Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo, Noa Lang, Donyell Malen, Crysencio Summerville, Wout Weghorst
Algeria squad
Goalkeepers: Luca Zidane, Osama Benbot, Melvin Mastil, Abdel Latif Ramadan
Defenders: Rafiq Belkhali, Samir Cherki, Rayan Ait Nouri, Jawin Haj Jam, Aissa Mandi, Ramy Bensebaini, Zinedine Belaid, Ashraf Abada, and Mohamed Amine Tougai
Midfielders: Nabil Bentaleb, Hicham Boudaoui, Houssem Aouar, Farès Chaïbi, Ibrahim Maze, Yacine Titraoui, Ramiz Zerrouki
Forwards: Mohamed Amine Amoura, Nadhir Ben Bouali, Adel Boulbina, Faris Jadjames, Amine Gouiri, Anis Haj Moussa, Riyad Mahrez
Match Prediction
Neither of these sides will be looking to back down. Netherlands at home are going to have an edge. Algeria are going to be under some pressure.
The Orange are likely to come out on top with a win.
Prediction: Netherlands 3-1 Algeria
Telecast Details
Netherlands: Amazon Prime Video
UK: Amazon Prime Video
USA: ViX, fuboTV, FOX Soccer Plus
When and where is Netherlands vs Algeria international friendly?
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at the Feyenoord Stadium in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Kick-off is scheduled for 07:00 PM GMT.
Where and how to watch this friendly in Netherlands?
Fans can tune into Amazon Prime Video to view the match live.
Where and how to watch Netherlands vs Algeria friendly in UK?
Fans in the United Kingdom can also tune into Amazon Prime Video.
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