HOUSTON (AP) — Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals apiece to power Netherlands to a 5-1 win over Sweden on Saturday in the World Cup to bounce back after a disappointing draw in its opener and move atop the Group F standings.Brobbey’s goals came in the first half, helping the Netherlands get off to a great start and roll to the big win after playing Japan to a 2-2 draw Sunday.The victory gives Netherlands a group-leading four points. Sweden has three points, with Japan and Tunisia scheduled to play later Saturday.

HOUSTON, June 18 : Sweden head into their Group F clash against the Netherlands in Houston on Saturday flying high after producing their best World Cup scoring performance in 88…

The Dutch must recover from drawing their opener when facing Group F leaders Sweden.

Netherlands leads Sweden 2-0 in World Cup 2026 match. Netherlands to cover -1.5 spread at 78.5% YES.

Netherlands defeats Sweden 3-0 in World Cup match. Netherlands to cover -1.5 spread at 93.5% YES.