Sixty-five players born in the Netherlands compete in 2026 World Cup

A notable 65 players participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup were born in the Netherlands, according to researcher John Arnold. The country, which represents only 0.2% of the global population, contributes 5.2% of the tournament's players. Of those, 25 represent the Netherlands team, while another 25 play for Curacao. Six players compete for Cape Verde, three each for Morocco and Turkey, and one each for Ghana, New Zealand, and the United States. This impressive statistic showcases the Netherlands' significant influence in international soccer.

• 6:02 PMYahoo Sports — 65 players in the 2026 World Cup were born in the Netherlands