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Tunisia vs Netherlands Match Summary
Competition | World Cup 2026 |
|---|---|
Match Date | Friday 26 June 2026 |
Match Time | 00:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Kansas City, Kansas City Stadium |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | BBC 1, RTE 2 |
Tunisia and Netherlands close out their Group F campaign in Kansas City, a fixture that pits a side already heading home against one chasing top spot in the table.
Tunisia arrive with nothing but pride to play for. Two heavy defeats have left them eliminated, conceding nine goals while managing just one of their own across two grim outings.
The Netherlands sit top of the group on four points and arrive in form, having thumped Sweden 5-1 after a 2-2 draw with Japan in their opener.
The Dutch need a result to hold off Japan on goal difference, so expect them to keep the foot down against a stubborn but badly outmatched Tunisia.
Tunisia vs Netherlands Form
Tunisia are in freefall, beaten 5-1 by Sweden and 4-0 by Japan to crash out early. They have shipped nine goals in two games and barely threatened, failing to register a shot on target against Japan. Defender Omar Rekik grabbed their lone goal, with Hannibal Mejbri the creator, but this is a side low on confidence and direction.
The Netherlands look the real deal, unbeaten with seven goals scored across a 2-2 draw with Japan and a 5-1 hammering of Sweden. Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey both bagged braces against the Swedes, while Crysencio Summerville has found the net in both outings. Clinical, direct and full of running, the Dutch are firing on all cylinders going into this one.
Tunisia vs Netherlands Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Tunisia: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Netherlands: No injuries or suspensions reported.
Tunisia
With Tunisia already out, there is scope to freshen things up and hand minutes to the wider squad. There are no fresh injury or suspension concerns reported, so selection is about managing a tough trip rather than working around absentees.
Netherlands
Crysencio Summerville is pushing for a recall after scoring his second goal in as many games against Sweden. Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey should keep his place following an excellent two-goal full World Cup debut in that win, with no injuries or suspensions to report.
Tunisia vs Netherlands Predicted Lineup
Tunisia
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Starting Lineup: Dahmen; Valery, Talbi, Bronn, Abdi; Skhiri, Khedira, Mejbri; Tounekti, Saad, Achouri. Substitutes: To be confirmed.
Netherlands
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: Verbruggen; Dumfries, Van Dijk, Van Hecke, Van de Ven; Gravenberch, De Jong; Summerville, Reijnders, Gakpo; Brobbey. Substitutes: To be confirmed.
Tunisia vs Netherlands Key Stats & Match Facts
The Netherlands have scored seven goals and conceded three across their first two matches, while Tunisia have managed one goal and shipped nine.
Across two outings the Dutch racked up 20 shots with 13 on target, compared to Tunisia's eight shots and just two on target.
Cody Gakpo has reached five goals in his last seven career World Cup games.
The only previous meeting between these sides ended in a 1-1 draw, a friendly back in 2009.
Tunisia head into this one having lost four matches on the bounce.
Tunisia vs Netherlands Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: The Netherlands are a class above and chasing goals to secure top spot, while Tunisia are out and leaking at the back. We are backing a comfortable Dutch win, with our prediction landing at Tunisia 0-3 Netherlands.
Best Bets
The headline pick is Over 3.5 Goals at 6/5 with Unibet. The Dutch have hit seven goals in two games and Tunisia have conceded nine, so the goals should keep coming in Kansas City.
For a goalscorer angle, Cody Gakpo to score anytime at 1/1 (Evens) with BetGoodWin makes sense given his five goals in his last seven World Cup outings and his brace against Sweden.
Tunisia vs Netherlands Bet Builder
Our four-leg bet builder leans into the Dutch firepower: Memphis Depay anytime goalscorer, Cody Gakpo over 0.5 shots on target, over 2.5 Netherlands goals, and Denzel Dumfries to register an assist.
Depay carries a real goal threat and has found the net in six of his last 10 appearances, so backing him to get on the scoresheet against this leaky Tunisia defence makes plenty of sense.
Gakpo over 0.5 shots on target is a strong leg given his sharp form, with that selection landing in seven of his last eight matches as he keeps peppering the goal.
Over 2.5 Netherlands goals fits the picture perfectly. The Dutch have scored freely and Tunisia have shipped nine in two games, so the away side piling them on looks well within reach.
Dumfries is a constant outlet down the right and a regular source of chances, so over 0.5 assists rounds off the build with a player who loves to create from wide areas.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 7/1 at bet365.
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Tunisia vs Netherlands Talking Points
The big subplot is at the top of the table, where the Netherlands and Japan are level on points and goal difference, making this a chase for goals as well as a result. Tunisia, meanwhile, have changed things in the dugout mid-tournament and are simply trying to restore some pride after conceding nine times in two games. With the Dutch attack purring and Tunisia's defence in disarray, the danger is another heavy night for the Africans.
Tunisia vs Netherlands Predictions FAQs
When is the Tunisia vs Netherlands World Cup 2026 match?
The Tunisia vs Netherlands World Cup 2026 match is scheduled to take place on Friday 26 June 2026, kicking off at 00:00 UK time.
What is the prediction for Tunisia vs Netherlands?
Our prediction highlights a competitive match, with both teams aiming for a crucial victory in this World Cup fixture.
Where can I find the Tunisia vs Netherlands lineups?
The official lineups for Tunisia vs Netherlands will be confirmed and available approximately one hour before kick-off.
What are the best betting tips for Tunisia vs Netherlands?
The best betting tips focus on match winner odds, goal markets, and potential bet builder selections based on team news.
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