The Netherlands hammered Sweden 5-1 in a statement performance at the 2026 World Cup. The Dutch were held to a 2-2 draw by Japan in their opening game but wasted little time making an impact against the Swedes,

Under intense pressure after its opening-game draw with Japan, the Netherlands delivered a dominant performance against Sweden in the World Cup on Saturday to move atop the Group F standings. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals apiece to power the Dutch to the 5-1 win.

England legend Michael Owen will visit China''s grassroots football league, the Village Super League, known as

Japan, Germany and the Netherlands were among the biggest winners on Day 10 of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Germany sealing qualification for the knockout stage. Curacao also made history by securing their first-ever point at a FIFA World Cup after a memorable draw against Ecuador.

Germany booked their place in the knockout rounds of the FIFA World Cup with a dramatic injury-time winner in a 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast on Saturday, as the Netherlands routed Sweden to put one foot in the last 32.

The Netherlands meet Sweden at. Sweden won opener and will qualify for last 32 with victory. Graham Potter's side will top Group F if they win and Japan fail to beat Tun

Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo score two goals apiece as the Netherlands cruise past Sweden 5-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup.