2026 FIFA WC: When and where to watch Netherlands vs Sweden, know all details
Houston, June 19
The Netherlands will clash with table toppers Sweden in an exciting clash in Group F of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at the Houston Stadium on Saturday.
The Netherlands entered the tournament as Group F favourites and were close to securing the three points and getting a good start, but their chances were ruined by Japan's Daichi Kamada, who netted a header in the 88th minute to help the Asian side draw the match 2-2. The Netherlands would look to make a good comeback and come close to securing their berth in the round of 32 when they face lower-ranked Sweden.
On the other side, Sweden sit atop Group F after a stunning 5-1 opening win over Tunisia. Three points here would all but confirm Sweden's progression and leave the Netherlands in a precarious position needing a win against Tunisia.
The Netherlands, however, hold a great edge in the head-to-head record against Sweden. Out of 25 meetings between both sides, the Netherlands have won 12 matches, and Sweden came victorious on just 8 occasions. While 5 matches between the two sides went to a draw.
How to watch Netherlands vs Sweden live in India
Live streaming and live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will be available on the Zee5 platform and app in India. A subscription will be needed.
Live telecast of the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be available on the Unite8 Sports 1, Unite8 Sports 1 HD, Unite8 Sports 2, and Unite8 Sports 2 HD TV channels in India.
Key details:
Date and kick-off time: Saturday, June 20, 10:30 PM IST
Venue: Houston Stadium, Houston
Referee: Michael Oliver
Squads:
Netherlands:
Goalkeepers: Mark Flekken, Robin Roefs, Bart Verbruggen
Defenders: Nathan Ake, Denzel Dumfries, Lutsharel Geertruida, Jorrel Hato, Jan Paul van Hecke, Virgil van Dijk, Micky van de Ven
Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong, Marten de Roon, Ryan Gravenberch, Teun Koopmeiners, Tijjani Reijnders, Guus Til, Quinten Timber, Mats Wieffer
Forwards: Brian Brobbey, Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo, Justin Kluivert, Noa Lang, Donyell Malen, Crysencio Summerville, Wout Weghorst
Sweden:
Goalkeepers: Viktor Johansson, Gustaf Lagerbielke, Kristoffer Nordfeldt, Jacob Zetterstrom
Defenders: Hjalmar Ekdal, Gabriel Gudmundsson, Isak Hien, Victor Lindelof, Eric Smith, Carl Starfelt, Daniel Svensson
Midfielders: Yasin Ayari, Lucas Bergvall, Jesper Karlstrom, Benjamin Nygren, Ken Sema, Elliot Stroud, Mattias Svanberg, Besfort Zeneli
Forwards: Taha Ali, Alexander Bernhardsson, Anthony Elanga, Viktor Gyokeres, Alexander Isak, Gustaf Nilsson
— IANS
Reader Comments
As an Indian football fan, I'm just happy we get to watch live matches on Zee5. 10:30 PM IST timing is perfect for us! Sweden looked devastating against Tunisia though... 5-1 is no joke. Alexander Isak is a beast 🦁
Netherlands have history on their side (12 wins in 25 meetings), but current form matters more. Sweden's attack looks lethal with Gyokeres and Isak. I think this will be a closely contested 2-2 draw. Both teams have quality squads.
Football in Houston! As someone who's been to the city, the atmosphere there is electric. Netherlands better not underestimate Sweden - that 5-1 win wasn't a fluke. Though I'm rooting for Depay and Gakpo to shine ✨
Unpopular opinion: Netherlands' defence looks shaky without de Ligt. Sweden's counter-attacking style could exploit that. But watching live at 10:30 PM in India? Perfect timing after work. Let's go football! ⚽
I'm just glad Zee5 is streaming it - finally something good for Indian football fans! Netherlands need to win this, no excuses. Sweden are good but not unbeatable. Come on Oranje! 🇳🇱🔥
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