Netherlands overpower Sweden 5-1 at World Cup in Houston
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 7:21 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Netherlands defeated Sweden 5-1 in a World Cup match in Houston on June 20. Brian Brobbey scored twice in the first half, while Cody Gakpo added two more goals, and Crysencio Summerville capped the scoring. Ronald Koeman's tactical choices proved effective against Graham Potter's Sweden, who struggled defensively despite their talent up front. The win positions the Netherlands favorably as they continue in the tournament.
- •Netherlands score five goals against Sweden
- •Brian Brobbey scores twice in the first half
- •Cody Gakpo contributes two goals
- •Crysencio Summerville scores the final goal
- •Match held at NRG Stadium in Houston
- 7:21 PMYahoo Sports — Netherlands reveal their secret weapon at the World Cup as Sweden’s true level is exposed
"Netherlands 5-1 Sweden: Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey scored twice and Cody Gakpo added two more as the Dutch proved too good for Graham Potter’s Swedes in Houston
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