Netherlands defeat Sweden 4-1 in World Cup 2026 group match

The Netherlands beat Sweden 4‑1 in their 2026 World Cup Group F clash at the Houston stadium. The Dutch took a 2‑0 lead into halftime, with Brian Brobbey scoring a double and Cody Gakpo adding two goals. Sweden pulled one back through a fast break by Anthony Elanga, but the Oranje extended the margin with further strikes, finishing the match at four to one.

Key moments included Memphis Depay’s substitution for Brobbey, a yellow card for Sweden’s Ayari, and several defensive changes on both sides. Dutch goalkeeper Justin Verbruggen made a late save to preserve the lead. The result puts the Netherlands in a strong position to contest the group leader spot, while Sweden’s hopes of a comeback were curtailed.