The Netherlands showcased a dominant attacking performance, defeating Sweden 5-1 in a Group F match at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston. Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each scored twice, propelling the Dutch to the top of the group standings. The Oranje quickly took the lead with Brobbey’s early goal, setting the tone for a one-sided contest.
Sweden tried to mount a comeback but struggled to break through the solid Dutch defense. Gakpo extended the Netherlands’ lead after halftime with two more goals, firmly securing their control over the match. Despite a brief lift from Anthony Elanga’s goal for Sweden, the Dutch maintained their dominance and sealed the victory with Crysencio Summerville’s late strike.
With this win, the Netherlands moved ahead of Sweden in Group F, enhancing their chances of advancing to the knockout stages. Sweden now faces the challenge of regaining momentum in their upcoming matches to stay on track for qualification.
