The Netherlands national football team has finalized its schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, which kicks off on Sunday, June 14, 2026, across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Head coach Ronald Koeman will lead the squad through three initial matches, with times listed in Dutch time.
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The tournament is the largest in history, featuring 48 nations and 104 matches. The final is set for July 19 in New Jersey.
Group Stage Fixtures
The Dutch team opens against Japan in Dallas on June 14 at 22:00 Dutch time.
Their second match is against Sweden in Houston on June 20 at 19:00 Dutch time.
The final group game is against Tunisia in Kansas City on June 26 at 01:00 Dutch time.
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Due to North American time zones, several matches will air late at night for viewers in the Netherlands.
Knockout Stage Possibilities
If the Netherlands finishes second in the group, they would play on June 29 at 19:00 Dutch time.
Winning the group would schedule their match for June 30 at 03:00 Dutch time.
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Further advancement would place the Netherlands in the round of 16 on July 4 or 5, quarterfinals on July 9 or 11, and the final on July 19 at 21:00 Dutch time.
