Dutch National Team Reveals Star-Studded Squad for 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Netherlands National Team has unveiled its squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring top players from prominent European clubs, notably the English Premier League. The roster boasts stars like Cody Gakpo, Ryan Gravenberch, and Virgil Van Dijk from Liverpool, Frankie de Jong from Barcelona, and Mickey Van de Ven from Tottenham. Despite an injury, Arsenal's Jurriën Timber has also been selected for the team.
The Netherlands will commence their group stage campaign against Japan on June 14 at 'Dallas' Stadium, the temporary name for AT&T Stadium during the tournament to adhere to FIFA regulations. Subsequently, they will face Sweden in Houston on June 20 and conclude Group F action against Tunisia.
In addition to the Dutch squad, two current FC Dallas players and four former FC Dallas Academy graduates have earned spots in the World Cup. The former academy products are part of the USMNT roster, while the current players represent the Croatian and Haitian national teams. The English and Swedish national teams have also announced their rosters, featuring players from Barcelona and Liverpool.
Argentina and Mexico are anticipated to announce their World Cup squads shortly before FIFA's roster deadline on June 2. The highly anticipated tournament is set to kick off on Thursday, June 11, marking the beginning of a thrilling soccer spectacle.