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Netherlands vs Finland LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier – Match Time, Lineups, Telecast & Streaming Details
Netherlands vs Finland LIVE – FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
The Netherlands will aim to strengthen their hold on top spot in Group G when they host Finland in a crucial World Cup 2026 qualifier in Amsterdam on Sunday. Ronald Koeman’s side currently leads the group by three points ahead of Poland and Finland and can take a significant step towards qualification with a win.
The Oranje returned to form with a commanding 4-0 victory over Malta, featuring a brace from Cody Gakpo. Despite dropping points to Poland and narrowly escaping with a 3-2 win over Lithuania, the Dutch remain in full control of their World Cup destiny.
A win against Finland will eliminate the visitors from contention and set up a potential group-deciding clash with Poland next month.
🇫🇮 Finland’s Challenge
Finland arrives in Amsterdam needing all three points to keep their hopes alive for their first-ever World Cup qualification. Under Danish coach Jacob Friis, Finland edged Lithuania 2-1 in their last match but faces tough odds against the Dutch.
Finland have lost all five qualifiers this century against the Netherlands, including a 2-0 defeat earlier in June.
🇳🇱 Netherlands Team News
Ronald Koeman could recall Memphis Depay to the starting XI, with the forward now fit after missing the last game.
Cody Gakpo and Jeremie Frimpong are expected to join Depay in attack.
Donyell Malen also offers an impact option from the bench, with 10 goals in 27 substitute appearances — a national record.
Omissions for October include Matthijs de Ligt, Teun Koopmeiners, Sem Steijn, and Noa Lang. AZ Alkmaar’s Mexx Meerdink was called up but withdrew due to injury.
🇫🇮 Finland Team News
Finland will miss key defender Robert Ivanov (suspension) and captain Lukas Hradecky (injury). Midfielder Rasmus Schuller is also unavailable.
Celtic’s Viljami Sinisalo or Palermo’s Jesse Joronen will start in goal, with striker Joel Pohjanpalo leading the line.
⚽ Predicted Starting XIs
Netherlands (probable):
Verbruggen; Dumfries, Van Hecke, Van Dijk, Van de Ven; Gravenberch, De Jong, Reijnders; Frimpong, Depay, Gakpo
Finland (probable):
Joronen; Alho, Tenho, Koski, Uronen; Lod, Kairinen, Markhiyev; Kallman, Pohjanpalo, Antman
📺 Match Details
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Match: Netherlands vs Finland – FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier
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Date: October 12, 2025
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Kick-off Time: 9:30 PM IST
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Venue: Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam
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Live Telecast (India): Sony Sports Network
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Live Streaming (India): SonyLIV app & website
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