Both the Netherlands and Sweden are in excellent spots this 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the two teams performing under different circumstances in their opening games, but demonstrating that the upcoming match between the pair will be something worth watching – and betting on.
Netherlands is posted as the heavy favorite for the upcoming bout with the oddsmaker placing the country at (-150) against (+424) for Sweden. Yet, we suggest you read on to find out why backing the Scandinavians may be the smarter choice here.
Sweden vs Netherlands Odds
| Moneyline | Odds |
|---|---|
| Sweden | +424 |
| Draw | +310 |
| Netherlands | -150 |
| Moneyline | Odds |
|---|---|
| Sweden +1 | -133 |
| Netherlands -1 | +117 |
| Moneyline | Odds |
|---|---|
| Over 2.5 | 100 |
| Under 2.5 | -116 |
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Sweden vs Netherlands Time, Date, Where to Watch
- Date: Saturday, June 20
- Time: 1 pm ET
- Place: Houston Stadium, Houston, Texas
- Where to Watch: FOX, FOX One, Fubo
Netherlands Fails to Secure Win Over Japan in Intense Game
The Netherlands had a fantastic opening game against Japan, and frankly – it may have been the best, most balanced, and exciting game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Dutch played a highly-intense game against Japan, and revealed that they have brought an A-team to the event. While maintaining a 0-score game through the 51’, the Netherlands hit out fast with the first goal by Virgil van Dijk.
Their joy was short-lived as Japan managed to equalize the score only a few minutes later with Keito Nakamura shooting the ball into the Dutch net in 57’. The Netherlands responded and took the lead in 64’ realized by Crysencio Summerville, and the team then battened down the hatches and focused on defense.
Eventually, though, Japan found its way to a second goal in 89’ by Daichi Kamada, sending the tribunes in an uproar. It was a true nail-biter with multiple opportunities for both teams.
More importantly, it highlighted the strength of the Netherlands’ defense, as it came under multiple assaults but withstood nearly impeccably throughout the game. What has come under criticism however, is the Dutch more shaky attack.
Despite their wealth of talent on the offense, the team is not attacking nearly as often enough, relying on a more conservative approach to its games. Even then, the Netherlands kept the pressure in Japan’s own half, but struggled to consistently penetrate Japan’s backline.
This could be what allows Sweden to do well against its opponents, which is tipped by the oddsmakers to secure a win.
Sweden routes Tunisia in merciless 5-1 pummeling
Sweden may be the underdog, but a more accurate description would be that it is a dark horse. The Scandinavian’s win against Tunisia is telling in more than one way.
That Tunisia was outclassed is beyond any doubt, but the thing is that Tunisia itself had a pretty strong record up until the Swedish debacle. The Scandinavians were able to realize 5 goals, while conceding only one, in what was a carousel of scoring.
Yasin Ayari set the score to 1-0 in favor of Sweden at 7′ and Alexander Isak added another goal at 30’. Tunisia was playing on the backfoot with Sweden prodding and probing its backline and clearly succeeding, although Tunisia clapped one back after the 40’ mark.
Overall, Sweden finished the game with three more points. Sweden is running a field of players who have been playing in the Premier League and other world-class leagues, giving them a lot of diverse experience to plow together as a team, and it showed in the game against Tunisia.
But can Sweden hold its own against the Netherlands? This is the question that remains to be seen. At odds of (+424) Sweden is the best possible wager to place on the game.
The team must not be underestimated as Sweden has scored the highest number of goals in a single game any team has in a 2026 FIFA World Cup so far as of the time of writing this.
They have a lot of potential and with a hesitant attack by the Netherlands, Sweden could quickly take the initiative and bring a win against the Dutch.
Pick: Sweden to Win (+424)