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Netherlands

4 days ago

Dutch fans will not be getting idealistic about overcoming a Swedish side who reverted to their qualification levels, but it's hard to quash optimism when you think you've stumbled on a forward.
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals each to power Netherlands to a 5-1 win over Sweden to bounce back after a disappointing draw in its opener and move atop the Group F standings.
The Dutch have four points after bagging their first win in Houston; Sweden are second with three points in Group F.

It turns out Sweden do not have a monopoly on old fashioned centre-forward play. They were schooled in it here by Brian Brobbey, who was brought in by Ronald Koeman to give their attack a focal point…

Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo score two goals apiece as the Netherlands cruise past Sweden 5-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup.

⚽️ World Cup kick-off: 4pm local time/9pm BST/6am AEST
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Jamal Musiala was good against Curacao as a No 10. I will be interested to see how he co…

Follow Daily Mail Sport's live coverage for the team news and latest updates as the Netherlands take on Sweden in Group F at the Houston Stadium.
The Netherlands’ sports minister is hoping the Netherlands’ famous fan walks will leave behind a footprint.

⚽️ World Cup kick-off: 1pm local time/6pm BST/3am AEST
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Some early team news: Frenkie de Jong is a doubt for the Netherlands after colliding wit…

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