Netherlands vs Spain Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds
The Oranje will take on La Roja in the first leg of the Quarter Finals in the Nations League.
Sparkles will be flying when the Dutch will lock horns against Spain. The two old rivals, face each other in the UEFA Nations League Quarter-Finals, first leg. The Oranje are a real force to be reckoned with at home, but they will face a difficult task.
Under Ronald Koeman, the Dutch team has played some brilliant football and has got some good results as well. They will have to make sure to give their best and get a positive result at home. Holland have a good record when they play at home and surely the Dutch side will try to make things even more difficult for La Roja.
On the other hand, De La Fuenta’s Spain are in fine form and will be looking forward to their first international fixture of this year. Even though both teams will miss some key players due to injuries, they still have other players who are good enough to get results for their team. La Roja’s playing style is very much similar to the Oranje’s playing style.
The squad is stacked with talent across all positions, giving them an edge in terms of squad depth. With their recent success and tactical flexibility, Spain will be aiming to secure another positive result against the Dutch.
Kick-Off:
- Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Stadium: De Kuip
- Date: Friday, 21 March
- Kick-Off Time: 01:15 AM IST
- Referee: Glenn Nyberg
- VAR: In Use
Form
Netherlands (in all competitions): D-W-L-D-D
Spain (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W
Players to Watch
Jeremie Frimpong (Netherlands)
Frimpong has quickly become a powerful player in today’s football. His speed and energy have thrilled fans and experts while playing for his national team and Bayer Leverkusen. He is known for his exciting playing style and amazing speed.
His quickness helps him move fast from defence to offence, surprising other players. The Dutchman is able to launch fast counterattacks and create chances for his teammates, along with his speed and vision his dribbling ability also makes things difficult for the opposition team. Under Koeman’s system, his role is very important. In 26 matches in the Bundesliga, he has scored four goals and provided five assists.
Lamine Yamal (Spain)
Despite his young age, Lamine Yamal’s physical attributes play a significant role in his game. He possesses a lean and agile frame, which allows him to navigate tight spaces and evade challenges with ease. His low centre of gravity gives him excellent balance, making it difficult for defenders to dispossess him, even in high-pressure situations.
Yamal’s acceleration is one of his standout attributes, he has a quick burst of pace which helps him to beat opponents in one-on-one duels and exploit space behind defensive lines. With natural athleticism and the potential for further physical development, he is well-equipped to handle the demands of modern football. In 24 LaLiga games, he has scored six goals and provided 11 assists.
Match Facts
- Their last meeting ended in a draw
- The average number of goals in meetings between the Netherlands and Spain is 2.8
- In the UEFA Nations League, Spain have better performance than the Netherlands
Netherlands vs Spain: Betting Tips & Odds
- Tip 1 – This fixture is to end in a draw – 9/4 by bet365
- Tip 2 – Both teams to score
- Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5
Injury and Team News
Nathan Ake, Denzel Dumfries, Jerdy Schouten and Stefan De Vrij are not in the squad due to injuries, the rest of the players are fit and will be available for the match.
Inigo Martinez and Marc Casado are injured and will not be part of this camp. The rest of the players are fit and will be available for the match.
Head-to-Head
Matches: 12
Netherlands: 6
Spain: 4
Draws: 2
Predicted Lineups
Netherlands Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Verbruggen (GK); Frimpong, de Ligt, van Dijk, Hato; Taylor, Gravenberch; Kluivert, Simons, Lang; Gakpo
Spain Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Simon (GK); Porro, Cubarsi, Le Normand, Cucurella; Pedri, Zubimedi, Ruiz; Yamal, Oyarzabal, Williams
Match Prediction
This will be a close fixture for sure. Whenever these two European giants have clashed against each other fans have witnessed attacking football from both teams. Surely this time also the story will be the same for sure. Most probably this fixture will end in a stalemate.
Prediction: Netherlands 2-2 Spain
Telecast
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UK: Premier Sports
USA: fubo TV
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