Saturday, June 20, 2026
Kickoff 12:00 local at NRG Stadium, Houston
Netherlands vs Sweden - Saturday, June 20, 2026 - World Cup 2026 Match 33
Sat, Jun 20
Date
12:00 local
Kickoff
Group Stage
Round
F
Group
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Match-day essentials - NRG Stadium
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Cash or card
Cashless. Cards and mobile pay only.
Best way to get there
METRORail Red Line (recommended)
Direct from downtown Houston to Stadium Park Station - 20 min, $1.25. Stadium is a 10-min walk from the station.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. Houston heat in June/July is brutal (90-95°F) - hydrate and minimize outdoor wait. Stadium has retractable roof.
Venue
Houston, Texas - 72,220 capacity - Retractable roof
NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas was the first NFL stadium built with a retractable roof, setting the template for modern enclosed NFL venues. Houston - home to the largest concentration of international residents in the USA - will be one of the most cosmopolitan crowds at the 2026 World Cup.
Address
1 NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054, USA
About This Match
Netherlands face Sweden in the Group Stage of Group F on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Netherlands are ranked #8 in the world and managed by Ronald Koeman; Sweden sit at #27 under Jon Dahl Tomasson. The match kicks off at 12:00 local time at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Netherlands
The Netherlands, three-time World Cup runners-up (1974, 1978, 2010), are one of world football's great underachievers - blessed with extraordinary talent but always falling short of the ultimate prize. Coach Ronald Koeman has moulded a mature, compact side around Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk at the back and the creative Frenkie de Jong in midfield, while Cody Gakpo's emergence as a genuinely world-class forward adds real threat. Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup places the Oranje against Japan, Tunisia, and Sweden - a group they should top. The dream of finally winning a first World Cup remains alive for a golden generation of Dutch players.
Read Netherlands preview →Sweden
Sweden return to the World Cup finals after missing out on Russia 2018, qualifying via the UEFA playoffs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Former Denmark great Jon Dahl Tomasson has assembled a dangerous attacking squad featuring one of Europe's most lethal strike partnerships - Newcastle United's Alexander Isak and Sporting CP's prolific Viktor Gyökeres, one of the most in-form goalscorers in European football. Group F alongside the Netherlands, Japan, and Tunisia is competitive, but Sweden's attacking firepower makes them genuine second-place candidates. Sweden's best result remains the runner-up finish in 1958 on home soil, but this squad has the goals to make deep runs.
Read Sweden preview →Recent Form
Last results for Netherlands and Sweden in pre-tournament friendlies. Updated through the FIFA window.
Netherlands
L- Jun 3vs Algeria0-1
Sweden
DL- Jun 4vs Greece2-2
- Jun 1at Norway1-3
Prediction Market Odds
Live implied probabilities from Kalshi prediction markets. Netherlands are the market favourite to win Group F.
Netherlands
Champion outright: 4.1%
Sweden
Champion outright: 0.6%
Where to Watch Netherlands vs Sweden
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasters by region. All host-country networks carry every match. Streaming apps are typically gated by region or by a paid subscription.
United States
FOX (English), Telemundo (Spanish)
FOX Sports app, Peacock
Canada
TSN, CTV, ICI Tou.tv (French)
TSN+, Crave
Mexico
TUDN, Canal 5, TV Azteca
ViX, TUDN app
United Kingdom
BBC One, ITV1
BBC iPlayer, ITVX
Australia
Optus Sport
Optus Sport app
Verify the exact channel on your provider's guide. Channels can shift between siblings (e.g. FOX → FS1) match by match.
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Netherlands vs Sweden - FAQ
When is Netherlands vs Sweden in the 2026 World Cup?+
Netherlands vs Sweden is on Saturday, June 20, 2026 with kickoff at 12:00 local time at NRG Stadium in Houston.
Where is Netherlands vs Sweden being played?+
The match is at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Capacity 72,220, Retractable roof.
What round is Netherlands vs Sweden?+
It's a Group Stage (Group F) match - match number 33 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How do I get to NRG Stadium for Netherlands vs Sweden?+
METRORail Red Line (recommended): Direct from downtown Houston to Stadium Park Station - 20 min, $1.25. Stadium is a 10-min walk from the station.
What time should I arrive at NRG Stadium?+
Arrive 90-120 min early. Houston heat in June/July is brutal (90-95°F) - hydrate and minimize outdoor wait. Stadium has retractable roof.
What is Netherlands's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Netherlands is ranked #8 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Ronald Koeman. Their best World Cup result is Runner-up.
What is Sweden's FIFA ranking heading into the World Cup?+
Sweden is ranked #27 in the FIFA World Rankings, managed by Jon Dahl Tomasson. Their best World Cup result is Runner-up.