World Cup 2026: Netherlands dominate against Sweden

20.06.26 FT World Cup

Netherlands

5

:

Sweden

1

The Dutch are off to a flying start. In Houston, the Netherlands are already 2-0 up against Sweden after just 17 minutes in their second outing at the World Cup.

Brian Brobbey is making the difference. The Sunderland striker in the Premier League netted a quick-fire brace. He opened the scoring after an assist from Cody Gakpo in the 5th minute, then Denzel Dumfries set him up for the second goal in the 17th minute.

It’s a blazing start for the Dutch, who are now within touching distance of their first win at the 2026 World Cup. After a thrilling 2-2 draw against Japan, they hit the ground running with relentless pressure from the opening whistle.

On the other hand, Sweden, who previously swept aside Tunisia 5-1, are struggling to keep pace with this high tempo. If the Netherlands maintain this intensity, victory will be firmly within their grasp.

Nafongo TRAORE |

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Nafongon Moussa TRAORE, Burkinabè de 25 ans, est passionné de football, est rédacteur pour Foot Africa et commentateur pour BurkiFoot.

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