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Netherlands World Cup 2026 Squad Review: The Nearly Men of World Football Try Again

Netherlands World Cup 2026 squad review. Van Dijk, De Jong, Gakpo and three World Cup finals with zero trophies. Full squad breakdown, Group F fixtures, and honest title verdict.

By Of The Pitch, Editorial TeamJune 12, 2026Updated June 22, 2026
Netherlands World Cup 2026 Squad Review: The Nearly Men of World Football Try Again

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Netherlands World Cup 2026 squad review. Van Dijk, De Jong, Gakpo and three World Cup finals with zero trophies. Full squad breakdown, Group F fixtures, and honest title verdict.

Squad and Coach

TeamNetherlands national football team
NicknameOranje
Head coachRonald Koeman

Players to watch

  • Virgil van Dijk
  • Frenkie de Jong
  • Cody Gakpo
  • Ryan Gravenberch
  • Memphis Depay
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