Netherlands reveals World Cup 2026 squad numbers and midfield outlook

The Dutch national team announced the player numbers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen receives number 1, defender Jurriën Timber number 2, and the list continues through number 26, with notable numbers such as Wout Weghorst (9), Memphis Depay (10), Cody Gakpo (11), Ryan Gravenberch (15), Justin Kluivert (8) and the Timber brothers (2 and 26).

Former Oranje midfielder Hedwiges Maduro said Frenkie de Jong (21) and Ryan Gravenberch (15) are the midfield “sure bets”. He noted uncertainty over the attacking‑midfield spot, describing Kluivert as a natural number 10, while Noa Til and Tijjani Reijnders are more box‑to‑box. Maduro also praised Marten de Roon as a rare “true 6” type capable of protecting a lead, suggesting coach Ronald Koeman may rotate midfielders based on the opponent.