Netherlands trounces Sweden 5-1 in World Cup group stage match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
The Netherlands secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Sweden in their World Cup group stage match on June 20, 2026. Brian Brobbey led the scoring with two goals in the first half, assisted by Cody Gakpo and Denzel Dumfries. After halftime, Gakpo added two more goals, and Crysencio Summerville capped the scoring with a long-range strike. Sweden managed a consolation goal from Anthony Elanga, but overall struggled to match the Dutch performance. With this win, the Netherlands climbs to the top of Group F, showcasing a strong start to their World Cup campaign.
- •Brobbey scores twice in the first half for the Netherlands.
- •Gakpo adds two goals shortly after halftime.
- •Elanga provides a consolation goal for Sweden.
- •Summerville finishes the scoring with a long-range effort.
- •Netherlands moves to the top of Group F standings.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Netherlands 5-1 Sweden: Potter’s side thrashed as Cakpo and Brobbey shine
"Standings provided bySofascoreBrian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo were absolutely merciless in front of goal in a 5-1 thrashing against Sweden as the Netherlands climbed to the top of Group F in style in the...
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