Netherlands National Soccer Team Profile

Cameron Kelly Updated: Apr 29 2026 17:01

As the World Cup approaches this complete team profile breaks down key players, team history, and what to expect.

The Netherlands globally known for their signature "Total Football" style, the Oranje have long been one of the games most influential forces, producing generations of talent and unforgettable World Cup and European Championship runs.

While a major international trophy has remained just out of reach, the Netherlands consistently re-emerge as contenders on the biggest stages, combining tactical innovation with a deep player pool developed through one of the world's most respected soccer systems,

Netherlands Men's National Team Results

Last 10 games:

Date	Competition	Opponent	Result
March 31, 2026	Friendly	Ecuador	1-1 D
March 27, 2026	Friendly	Norway	2-1 W
November 17, 2025	UEFA	Lithuania	4-0 W
November 14, 2025	UEFA	Poland	1-1 D
October 12, 2025	UEFA	Finland	4-0 W
October 9, 2025	UEFA	Malta	4-0 W
September 7, 2025	UEFA	Lithuania	2-3 L
September 4, 2025	UEFA	Poland	1-1 D
June 10, 2025	UEFA	Malta	8-0 W
June 7, 2025	UEFA	Finland	2-0 W

Netherlands Men's National Team World Cup Schedule

Date	Competition	Opponent
June 16, 2026	World Cup	Japan
June 20, 2026	World Cup	Sweden
June 25, 2026	World Cup	Tunisia

How to watch the Netherlands Men's National Team in the World Cup

Fans can tune in by watching FOX or FS1 for English broadcasts. All matches will stream live on the Fox Sports App, Peacock, or TV streaming services like Fubo, YouTube TV, or Sling TV.

Previous World Cup Summary (2022)

The Netherlands made it to the quarter-finals in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, losing to Argentina. The game ended in a 2-2 draw, but Argentina ultimately won 4-3 in the penalty shootout.

Netherlands World Cup History

The Netherlands World Cup history is defined by being runner-up without ever wining the World Cup.

The team finished second in 1974, 1978, and 2010. The Netherlands have appeared in 12 tournaments as of 2026, often reaching the final stages including a third place finish in 2014.

The team missed the tournament in 2018. With a steady performance in 2022, the Netherlands hope to make history by finally earning a World Cup title to their list of accomplishments.

Netherlands UEFA History

The Netherlands men's national team has qualified for the UEFA European Championship eleven times.

Since the team's debut in 1976, the Netherlands has been a consistent contender missing only two editions in 1984 and 2016.

In 1988, the Netherlands defeated host nation West Germany in the semifinals and beat the Soviet Union 2-0 in the final. Since then, the team has reached the semifinals in 1992, 2000, 2004, and 2024.

In the inaugural UEFA Nations league the Dutch lost 0-1 to Portugal in the finals.

Netherlands Olympic History

The Netherlands made their Olympic debut in 1908, winning bronze after defeating Sweden.

The Netherlands men's national soccer teams has won a total of three bronze medals in 1908, 1912, and 1920.

In 2008, the Dutch qualified for their first Olympics since 1952. They advanced out of the group stage but were eliminated in the quarterfinals by Argentina (2-1).

Netherland Soccer Manager

Ronald Koeman is the Netherland's men's national soccer team manager. He has been the team's manager since January 2023.

Ronald has achieved success both as a player and as a soccer manager. He won Copa del Ray cup with FC Barcelona during the 2020-21 season.

Key Active Netherland Players

Goals and assists occurred during the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League for the Netherlands men's soccer team.

Name	Position	Age	Goals	Netherlands Assists	Clubs
Cody Gakpo	Forward	26	3	1	Liverpool FC
Tijjani Rejinders	Midfield	27	3	1	Manchester City
Denzel Dumfries	Defender	30	3	1	Inter Milan
Xavi Simons	Midfield	23	2	1	Tottenham
Donyell Malen	Forward	27	0	2	AS Roma
Bart Verbruggen	Goalkeeper	23	-	-	Brighton