Netherlands thrashes Sweden to lead Group F at FIFA World Cup

Alsharq Tribune-M.Essam 

The Netherlands cruised to a 5-1 victory over Sweden, moving to the top of Group F with an impressive attacking performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup here on Saturday.

The Netherlands took control in the opening stages of the first half, with Brian Brobbey finding the net from close range in the 5th and 17th minutes to put his side firmly in command.

The Oranje then dropped deeper, allowing Sweden to gain the upper hand. Viktor Gyokeres and Yasin Ayari both had promising chances, but neither was able to find the net.

The Netherlands again took the initiative after the restart, with Cody Gakpo scoring twice within the opening 10 minutes of the second half to extend the lead to 4-0.

Anthony Elanga pulled one back for Sweden in the 59th minute, but Crysencio Summerville restored the Netherlands' four-goal cushion before the final whistle, sealing a 5-1 victory for the Dutch.

The win lifted the Netherlands to the top of Group F with four points from two matches.