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Netherlands vs Sweden FIFA World Cup: Sweden currently tops the group after defeating Tunisia 5-1 in their opening match. In contrast, the Netherlands were held to a 2-2 draw by Japan in their first game. The Netherlands face immense pressure to win this match to stay in the race for the knockout stage (Round of 32). Let’s take a look at the preview and the precise playing XI selected from both teams' official squads.
Netherlands vs Sweden: Match Preview
Under the guidance of head coach Ronald Koeman, the Dutch team will take the field aiming to secure all three points. Captain Virgil van Dijk will lead the defense, looking to rectify the defensive lapses seen in the previous match. Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong will control the game from midfield, while the attacking duties will fall to Liverpool winger Cody Gakpo and Memphis Depay, who has recovered from injury.
On the other hand, Sweden's head coach Graham Potter will be keen to maintain his team's attacking momentum. The Swedish squad is high on confidence after scoring five goals against Tunisia. Sweden's greatest strength lies in their forward line, spearheaded by Arsenal's sensational striker Viktor Gyökeres and Liverpool's pacy forward Alexander Isak.
Netherlands vs Sweden Predicted Playing 11 & Lineups
Netherlands' Probable Playing XI (Formation: 4-3-3)
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- Goalkeeper: Bart Verbruggen
- Defenders: Denzel Dumfries, Virgil van Dijk (C), Micky van de Ven, Nathan Aké
- Midfielders: Frenkie de Jong, Ryan Gravenberch, Tijjani Reijnders
- Forwards: Donyell Malen, Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo
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Sweden's Probable Playing XI (Formation: 3-5-2 / 3-4-3)
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- Goalkeeper: Kristoffer Nordfeldt
- Defenders: Gustaf Lagerbielke, Isak Hien, Victor Lindelöf (C)
- Midfielders: Jesper Karlström, Yasin Ayari, Mattias Svanberg, Lucas Bergvall, Elliot Stroud
- Forwards: Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyökeres
Netherlands vs Sweden Match Prediction
This promises to be a fiercely contested match. On one side, the Dutch team brings an excellent and experienced midfield; on the other, Sweden boasts a highly potent counter-attacking duo in Gyökeres and Isak. Since both teams have shown some defensive vulnerabilities in recent matches, we could see goals scored at both ends. The Netherlands will look to control the match through midfielder Frenkie de Jong, while Sweden could spring a surprise with their pace.
Who Will Win Netherlands vs Sweden Match?
Given the significance and pressure of the match, the Netherlands are considered slight favorites to win (according to a supercomputer, the Netherlands has a 56.1% chance of victory). However, considering Sweden's recent form, there is also a strong possibility of a draw.
Our Prediction: This contest could end in a thrilling 2-2 draw, or the Netherlands might clinch a victory with a hard-fought 2-1 win.
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