🇳🇱 Netherlands will compete at the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament runs June 11 to July 19, 2026.
- FIFA World Cup titles
- 0 (last: never (3 finals lost: 1974, 1978, 2010))
- Manager
- Ronald Koeman
- Key players
- Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, Xavi Simons, Frenkie de Jong, Memphis Depay
- Fans in the US
- Dutch in US: ~70k. Concentrations: Michigan, Iowa, California.
Where Netherlands will play
The 2026 WC features 11 US host cities, 2 in Canada, 3 in Mexico. Lost to England in Euro 2024 semis. Strong squad on paper, traditionally great in Europe, underperforms internationally.
See the full list of US host cities and the schedule by state.
Squad strengths
Netherlands's 2026 squad is built around: Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, Xavi Simons, Frenkie de Jong, Memphis Depay. Ronald Koeman took over with a clear plan to mix experience and youth.
History at the World Cup
Netherlands has lifted the trophy 0 times, with their last triumph in never (3 finals lost: 1974, 1978, 2010). They enter 2026 as a strong contender looking to break the duck.
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Is Netherlands qualified for the 2026 World Cup?
Yes, Netherlands has secured qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
How many World Cups has Netherlands won?
0 World Cup titles. Last won: never (3 finals lost: 1974, 1978, 2010).
Who is Netherlands's coach for the 2026 World Cup?
Ronald Koeman.
Which US cities will Netherlands play in?
Group-stage allocations are determined by the FIFA draw. Lost to England in Euro 2024 semis. Strong squad on paper, traditionally great in Europe, underperforms internationally.