Quinten Timber is not playing today.The Dutch midfielder suffered a slight concussion in training and is out of the match against Sweden, in the second round of Group F of the 2026 World Cup.
Netherlands and Sweden face each other at2pm (Brasília time)this Saturday (20), at NRG Stadium, in Houston, United States. The duel is essential for both teams in the fight for classification.
Sweden leads Group F with three points after their 5-1 defeat of Tunisia in their debut. The Netherlands drew 2-2 with Japan and are looking for their first victory to recover in the group.
Timber embezzlement
Quinten Timber, who came off the bench in the debut against Japan, suffered a mild concussion and was not included in the game. Ronald Koeman should maintain the midfield with Frenkie de Jong, Ryan Gravenberch and Tijjani Reijnders.
Holland’s probable lineup: Verbruggen; Dumfries, Van Hecke, Van Dijk, Van de Ven; De Jong, Gravenberch, Reijnders; Summerville, Gakpo, Malen.Embezzlement: Quinten Timber (concussion). Hanging: Van de Ven, Summerville and Memphis.
Sweden likely(Graham Potter): Nordfeldt; Bernhardsson, Lagerbielke, Hien, Lindelöf, Gudmundsson; Karlström, Nygren, Ayari; Isak, Gyökeres. No embezzlements.
Impact on the game and the group
Without Timber, Holland loses depth in the midfield. Sweden, with the duo Isak and Gyökeres in attack, should put pressure on the Dutch defense. A Swedish victory practically guarantees a place in the round of 16, while the Netherlands need to add points to avoid complicating their situation before the last round.
Where to watch: Cazé TV (YouTube). Real time available on sports portals.
Arbitration: Michael Oliver (England), assistants Stuart Burt and James Mainwaring (England). Fourth referee: Abongile Tom (South Africa).