Netherlands vs Sweden Prediction 6/20/2026 Group F Picks

In this article we will formulate a Netherlands vs Sweden prediction for this World Cup game on Saturday, June 20th at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Netherlands Betting Preview

Netherlands comes into this match after they drew Japan by a score of 2-2 in their first match. Netherlands led 2-1 in the 64th minute, but they allowed the tying goal in the 89th minute for the draw. Netherlands recorded 10 total shots, six shots on target, and had 60% of the possession. Netherlands got goals from Summerville and van Dijk, while Malen had two shots on goal and Verbruggen made one save in net. 

Netherlands comes into the World Cup ranked 8th in the latest official FIFA rankings and they defeated Uzbekistan by a score of 2-1 prior to this tournament. In that win, Netherlands scored in the 32nd minute to lead 1-0, but they needed a goal in the eighth minute of stoppage time to escape with the victory. Netherlands recorded 15 total shots, four shots on target, and had 65% of the possession. Netherlands has played three other friendlies this year: a 1-0 loss to Algeria, a 1-1 draw with Ecuador, and a 2-1 win over Norway. 

Sweden Betting Preview

Sweden comes into this match after they defeated Tunisia by a score of 5-1 in their first game. Sweden had their lead cut to 2-1 right before halftime, but they added three goals in the second half for the blowout win. Sweden recorded 13 total shots, seven shots on target, and had 49% of the possession in the game. Sweden got goals from Ayari (2), Gyokeres, Isak, and Svanberg, while three players had two shots on target and Nordfeldt made one save in goal. 

Sweden comes into the World Cup ranked 39th in the latest official FIFA rankings and they drew Greece by a score of 2-2 prior to this tournament. In that draw, Sweden trailed 1-0 at halftime, but they led 2-1 in the 70th minute, before allowing the tying goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time. Sweden recorded 13 total shots, five shots on target, and had 53% of the possession. Sweden has played one other friendly this year, which was a 3-1 loss against Norway. 

Netherlands vs Sweden Prediction 

Sweden comes into this match leading Group F with three points and they will look for another big win here. Sweden dominated their game with Tunisia and have a goal differential of four. Netherlands blew a late lead against Japan, but they played very well for most of that match. I was worried about Sweden’s defending coming into this World Cup and I think Netherlands will score at least two times. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 2.5