Rail services across central and northern Netherlands faced major disruption on Tuesday after objects were deliberately placed on tracks at multiple locations. Rail operator ProRail said the incidents appeared to be an intentional disruption caused by human action. Police have launched a criminal investigation, but no suspects or motives have been identified. ProRail reported about…
Ex-Barcelona player and manager Xavi has been appointed head coach of the Netherlands on a four-year contract, becoming the first foreigner to lead the national team since 1978. Xavi (46) succeeds Ronald Koeman, who resigned after the Netherlands were eliminated by Morocco in the last 32 of this summer’s World Cup. Xavi’s appointment ends a…
Morocco secured a dramatic place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup last 16 after defeating the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw after extra time. The Atlas Lions dominated large parts of the match but were repeatedly denied by Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen and the woodwork. Their frustrations grew when Cody Gakpo, who…
The Netherlands finished top of Group F after defeating Tunisia 3-1, booking a Round of 32 clash with Morocco at the FIFA World Cup. The Dutch made a flying start, taking the lead in the third minute when Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri accidentally turned Denzel Dumfries’ cross into his own net. Just four minutes later,…
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored twice as the Netherlands delivered a dominant World Cup performance against Sweden. The Netherlands beat Sweden 5-1 to move to the top of Group F and take a major step toward qualification for the World Cup round of 32. Brian Brobbey opened the scoring in the fifth minute after…
Daichi Kamada’s late goal earned Japan a valuable point in a dramatic 2-2 draw with the Netherlands. Japan and the Netherlands shared the spoils in one of the most entertaining matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage, drawing 2-2 in Dallas. After a goalless first half, Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk opened the…
