NRG Stadium will host a highly-anticipated World Cup Group F clash between Netherlands and Sweden, with both sides looking to strengthen their chances of reaching the knockout stages. As both sides are likely to adopt an attack-minded approach, we predict a 2-2 draw. The Dutch were left frustrated in their opener as Japan scored a late equalizer to grab one point from the match. Experienced striker Memphis Depay is pushing for a start, although he, alongside Micky van de Ven and Crysencio Summerville, is only one booking away from suspension. The Netherlands have been in solid form overall, winning 60% of their last ten matches while averaging 2.3 goals per game and conceding just 0.9.
Sweden, meanwhile, enjoyed a dream start to the tournament, crushing Tunisia 5-1. The attacking duo of Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak proved unstoppable, and Graham Potter will once again rely heavily on them. However, defender Gabriel Gudmundsson is doubtful after picking up a knock in the opener. Despite the emphatic win over Tunisia, Sweden's longer-term form remains unconvincing, with only three victories from their last ten matches and no clean sheets during that period. They are conceding 1.9 goals per game on average, which could be a major concern against the talented Dutch attack.
Sweden's matches average 3.5 goals, while the Netherlands average 3.2 total goals per game. Given the attacking potential of both sides, we are tempted to bet on Both Teams to Score, alongside Over 2.5 and Over 3.5 goals.
This World Cup 2026 match will be played on Saturday 20 June 2026 at 18:00.
What is our Netherlands vs Sweden prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Netherlands 2 - 2 Sweden
Netherlands vs Sweden Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-2 @ 1600 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -800 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Over 3.5 Goals @ 220 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -350 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Brian Brobbey @ 160 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Brian Brobbey @ 500 Odds
- To be Booked: Isak Hien @ 187 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Sweden +1 @ -149 Odds
- European Handicap: Sweden +2 @ -250 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 1X @ -600 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 450 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Netherlands - No @ -175 Odds
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View OfferNetherlands Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wwwdwwdlwd | 2.10 |
| Home | wwwdlwd | 2.00 |
| Away | wwd | 2.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 60% | 57% | 67% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.20 | 3.00 | 3.67 |
| Scored | 2.30 | 2.14 | 2.67 |
| Conceded | 0.90 | 0.86 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 60% | 57% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 29% | 33% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 14% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.68 | 1.60 | 1.85 |
| Expected Goals Against | 0.92 | 0.95 | 0.85 |
Sweden Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lllldwwldw | 1.10 |
| Home | lldwdw | 1.33 |
| Away | llwl | 0.75 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.50 | 3.33 | 3.75 |
| Scored | 1.60 | 1.83 | 1.25 |
| Conceded | 1.90 | 1.50 | 2.50 |
| BTTS | 70% | 67% | 75% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Expected Goals | 1.26 | 1.31 | 1.19 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.50 | 1.42 | 1.61 |
Netherlands vs Sweden Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Netherlands (50%)
2 Matches
Sweden (0%)
