Netherlands routs Sweden 5-1 in World Cup match in Houston
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 10:47 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Netherlands defeated Sweden 5-1 on June 20 in Houston, drawing a massive crowd of 68,777. A colorful fan march of about 15,000 Dutch supporters preceded the match, while Swedes celebrated with their own gathering of up to 6,000 fans. Houston's weather posed challenges for European visitors, with high temperatures and humidity affecting their experience. Following this match, the Netherlands prepares to face Tunisia on June 25, aiming to secure their position in the tournament, while Sweden seeks a crucial victory against Japan to keep its advancement hopes alive.
- •Netherlands triumphs 5-1 against Sweden in World Cup match.
- •Game held in Houston before a sell-out crowd of 68,777.
- •Dutch supporters staged a colorful fan march before the game.
- •Weather challenges affected European fans during their visit.
- •Netherlands' next match is against Tunisia on June 25.
- 10:47 PMYahoo Sports — Long Marches, Heat Struggles for Houston’s World Cup Visitors
"“We are not used to these temperatures,” one Dutch fan told FOS.
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