Netherlands vs. Tunisia match delayed due to player shortage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 1:53 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Netherlands' World Cup group match against Tunisia was interrupted after halftime due to Tunisia having only 10 players on the field. Coach Ronald Koeman expressed his frustration over the delay, as Ellyes Skhiri arrived late for the second half. Prior to the stoppage, the Netherlands led 2-0, with Skhiri contributing an own goal. The match resumed, and Tunisia managed to score, bringing the score to 3-1 after the Netherlands scored again. The outcome solidifies the Netherlands' position at the top of Group F with seven points, setting up a Round of 32 match against Morocco.
- •Netherlands led 2-0 over Tunisia at halftime.
- •Match delayed as Tunisia lacked a full squad for kickoff.
- •Ellyes Skhiri joined the match late, leading to confusion.
- •Match resumed with Netherlands extending their lead to 3-1.
- •Netherlands advances to face Morocco in the Round of 32.
- 1:53 AMYahoo Sports — Netherlands boss left fuming as World Cup game delayed by 'unacceptable' error
"Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman was left fuming after halftime in their FIFA World Cup group game against Tunisia, as the referee was forced to delay kickoff
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