Netherlands World Cup 2026 team preview and key players

The Netherlands, ranked 7th in FIFA, have reached the World Cup finals three times but have yet to win the tournament. This year’s squad remains unbeaten in qualifiers and features standout players like Tijjani Reijnders, Virgil van Dijk, and Cody Gakpo. However, they face injury setbacks with key player Xavi Simons out for the tournament and Memphis Depay struggling with fitness. Coach Ronald Koeman returns for a second stint, aiming to harness his team’s talent effectively.

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