Netherlands vs. Sweden, LIVE for the 2026 World Cup: minute-by-minute match coverage

The Netherlands and Sweden are set to clash in their second match of the 2026 World Cup Group F at the Houston Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 2 PM Argentine time. The match will be officiated by England's Michael Oliver, with Jarred Gillett overseeing the VAR.

Sweden enters the game as the current leader of Group F, having secured a dominant 5-1 victory against Tunisia in their opening fixture. This strong performance places them ahead of other teams in the group after the first round of matches.

The Netherlands, on the other hand, began their World Cup campaign with a 2-2 draw against Japan. The Dutch team held the lead twice during the match, but Japan managed to equalize in a second half that saw four goals.

Adding to the Netherlands' challenge, key midfielder Frenkie De Jong is in doubt for the match against Sweden. Coach Ronald Koeman revealed that De Jong is experiencing "mild discomfort" related to his physical condition and did not train with the group. Koeman stated that De Jong's participation is still uncertain, describing his status as an "unknown" due to a minor injury below the abdomen.

Pre-match predictions favor the Netherlands, with betting platforms offering odds of up to 1.77 for their victory, compared to 4.80 for a Swedish win. A draw is estimated at around 4.20. The match can be viewed live on TyC Sports, DSports, and Flow channel 109, with streaming available on Paramount+ for subscribers. Live minute-by-minute coverage with updated statistics will also be provided.