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Netherlands
Next Game: Netherlands vs. Sweden - Saturday, June 20 at 6pm in World Cup
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Netherlands 2-2 Japan: Crysencio Summerville stars but Ronald Koeman's late changes open up Sweden selection headache
After the Netherlands were held to a 2-2 draw by Japan in their World Cup 2026 Group F opener, Sports Mole takes a look at Crysencio Summerville's standout display and what Ronald Koeman's costly substitutions mean for his Sweden selection.Jun 15, 02:00
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Netherlands 2-2 Japan: Virgil van Dijk and Ryan Gravenberch create World Cup history for Liverpool but concerns remain
Virgil van Dijk's goal for the Netherlands against Japan on Sunday created history for Liverpool at the World Cup, but concerns about the Dutch team remain.Jun 15, 00:32
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Netherlands 2-2 Japan player ratings: Bart Verbruggen disappoints as Daichi Kamada rescues late point
Sports Mole provides player ratings from the 2-2 draw between the Netherlands and Japan in World Cup Group F.Jun 14, 23:34
Netherlands 2-2 Japan: Crysencio Summerville makes major transfer statement amid PSG interest
The Netherlands's 2-2 World Cup draw with Japan saw Crysencio Summerville score a brilliant goal which shows just why the likes of Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly interested in signing the West Ham United star.Jun 14, 23:19
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Netherlands vs Japan: After Wataru Endo withdrawal, who stands out for Hajime Moriyasu's side?
Sports Mole assess who could stand out for Japan in World Cup 2026 especially after losing their talisman midfielder Wataru Endo.Jun 14, 21:06
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Virgil van Dijk and Memphis Depay headline Netherlands squad as Jurrien Timber and Xavi Simons miss World Cup
From Memphis Depay's record haul to the losses of Jurrien Timber and Xavi Simons, a detailed breakdown of what Ronald Koeman has to work with at the 2026 World Cup.Jun 14, 21:01
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Netherlands at World Cup 2026: can Ronald Koeman's side finally deliver?
The Netherlands head to World Cup 2026 at 20/1 after an unbeaten qualifying run, but familiar questions about tempo and pragmatism are back, and the loss of Jurrien Timber has arrived at the worst possible time.Jun 14, 20:31
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Netherlands vs. Japan team news: Eight Premier League players named for World Cup Group F opener
Netherlands and Japan announce their starting lineups for Sunday's World Cup fixture in Group F.Jun 14, 19:50
Team News: Netherlands vs Japan injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up the latest team news for both teams before the Netherlands face Group F rivals Japan at World Cup 2026.Jun 13, 21:17
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Netherlands vs. Japan: Why Memphis Depay deserves to be recognised as a Dutch legend
Memphis Depay's record for Netherlands is excellent, and the attacker deserves more respect ahead of his team's opening match of the 2026 World Cup against Japan.Jun 13, 17:38
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Netherlands vs. Japan: How to watch, date, time, live stream and TV channel for 2026 World Cup fixture
Sports Mole provides everything you need to know about how to watch the 2026 World Cup clash between Netherlands and Japan.Jun 13, 13:38
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Netherlands vs. Japan: Head-to-head record and past meetings before World Cup 2026 clash
Ahead of Sunday's World Cup clash between Netherlands and Japan, Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head records and previous meetings between the two clubs.Jun 12, 18:25
Japan lineup vs. Netherlands: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group F clash as Moriyasu makes tight midfield call
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Japan could line up for Sunday's World Cup 2026 clash with Group F rivals the Netherlands.Jun 12, 17:44
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Netherlands lineup vs. Japan: Predicted XI for World Cup 2026 Group F clash as Koeman faces striker decision
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how the Netherlands could line up for Sunday's World Cup 2026 clash with Group F rivals Japan.Jun 12, 17:22
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Preview:Netherlands vs Japan - prediction, team news, lineups | World Cup 2026
Sports Mole previews Sunday's World Cup clash between Netherlands and Japan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 12, 16:56
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Why Jurrien Timber World Cup injury blow is excellent news for Arsenal and Mikel Arteta
The Netherlands announce that Arsenal's Jurrien Timber will miss the World Cup due to injury, but the defender's blow is excellent news for Mikel Arteta.Jun 8, 19:45
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Monday's World Cup warm-up predictions including France vs. Northern Ireland, Netherlands vs. Uzbekistan
Sports Mole rounds up all of Monday's World Cup warm-up predictions and previews, including France vs. Northern Ireland.Jun 8, 00:00
Preview:Netherlands vs Uzbekistan - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's international friendly clash between Netherlands and Uzbekistan, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.Jun 6, 13:44
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World Cup 2026 Group F preview: Prediction, teams, rankings, key fixture, star players
Sports Mole previews Group F of the 2026 World Cup, including predictions for the Netherlands, Japan, Sweden and Tunisia.Jun 5, 00:05
Wednesday's World Cup warm-up predictions and previews including Netherlands vs. Algeria
Sports Mole provides previews and predictions for Wednesday's 2026 World Cup warm-up fixtures, including Netherlands vs. Algeria.Jun 3, 00:00
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