Netherlands dominate Sweden 5-1 in World Cup match in Houston
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Netherlands achieved a commanding 5-1 victory against Sweden in their World Cup match held in Houston on Saturday. After a draw with Japan in their opener, the Dutch took early control with Brian Brobbey scoring twice within the first 15 minutes. Despite a brief threat from Sweden, which had a goal ruled out for offside, the Netherlands added goals from Cody Gakpo and Crysencio Summerville to secure the win. This result puts the Dutch at the forefront of Group F as they prepare for their next match against Tunisia, where they will look to solidify their position for qualification to the knockout stage.
- •Tijjani Reijnders featured in the match for Netherlands.
- •Brian Brobbey scored twice early to set the tone.
- •Cody Gakpo added two more goals in the second half.
- •Sweden's lone goal came from Anthony Elanga.
- •Netherlands face Tunisia in their next group fixture.
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"Tijjani Reijnders and Netherlands sent a clear message in Houston with a dominant 5-1 demolition of Sweden on Saturday, vaulting them to the top of the World Cup Group F standings.After settling for a...
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