Group F’s curtain call on 25 June 2026 at Arrowhead Stadium is as lopsided as it gets at this World Cup. Netherlands enter with four points and the confidence of a 5–1 demolition of Sweden already banked, while Tunisia sit rooted to the bottom with zero points, a goal difference of -8, and a brand new manager in the dugout. There’s a miracle needed in Kansas City — and not a small one. esports-news
Tunisia vs Netherlands Match Details-
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Tunisia vs Netherlands |
| Date | Thursday, 25 June 2026 |
| Kick-off | 6:00 PM Local / 11:00 PM BST / 3:30 AM IST (26 June) |
| Venue | Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, USA |
| Stage | FIFA World Cup 2026 — Group F, Matchday 3 |
| Broadcasting (India) | JioHotstar / Sports18 |
| Broadcasting (UK) | BBC One / BBC iPlayer |
| Broadcasting (USA) | Fox Sports / Telemundo |
Group F Standings Before Matchday 3
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 4 |
| Japan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 4 |
| Sweden | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Tunisia | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | -8 | 0 |
What’s at Stake?
Netherlands need just a point to guarantee a top-two finish, while Tunisia must win and rely on other results to have any chance of advancing — sitting bottom with a goal difference of -8 having shipped nine goals across their opening two fixtures. Realistically, this is a dead rubber for Tunisia. esports-news
The bigger story? Tunisia sacked Sabri Lamouchi mid-tournament and brought in Hervé Renard, a coach with extensive African football experience, who now must reorganise a squad conceding goals for fun with minimal preparation time. esports-news
Recent Form
Tunisia — last 5 matches:
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| vs Japan (WC) | 0–4 Loss |
| vs Sweden (WC) | 1–5 Loss |
| vs Belgium (Friendly) | 0–5 Loss |
| vs Austria (Friendly) | 0–1 Loss |
| vs Canada (Friendly) | 0–0 Draw |
Netherlands — last 5 matches:
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| vs Sweden (WC) | 5–1 Win |
| vs Japan (WC) | 2–2 Draw |
| vs Uzbekistan (Friendly) | 2–1 Win |
| vs Algeria (Friendly) | 0–1 Loss |
| vs Ecuador (Friendly) | 1–1 Draw |
Predicted Lineups
Tunisia (4-3-3):
Dahmen; Valery, Talbi, Bronn, Abdi; Skhiri, Ben Slimane, Mejbri; Achouri, Saad, Gharbi
Netherlands (4-3-3):
Verbruggen; Dumfries, Van Dijk ©, Van De Ven, Aké; De Jong, Gravenberch, Reijnders; Gakpo, Depay, Malen
Check the official FIFA World Cup 2026 page for confirmed lineups closer to kick-off.
Key Matchup to Watch
Frenkie De Jong’s ability to dictate tempo, combined with Tijjani Reijnders’ goal threat from midfield, creates a central unit that Tunisia’s Ellyes Skhiri and Hannibal Mejbri will struggle to contain. Netherlands created chances at will against Sweden, and if De Jong is given similar space, the result could turn ugly quickly.
On the other end, Memphis Depay carries 55 international goals from 109 caps and is the standout name when assessing Tunisia’s defensive challenges.
Our Prediction
This one is straightforward. Tunisia qualified for this tournament by becoming the first team ever to reach a World Cup without conceding a single goal in qualifying — but that defensive solidity has completely evaporated at the tournament itself. Netherlands are a class apart. esports-news
Predicted Score: Tunisia 0–3 Netherlands
How to Watch
Broadcasting varies by region. Here’s a quick guide:
| Region | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| India | JioTV, Sports18 |
| UK | ITV / BBC |
| Australia | Optus Sport |
| USA | Fox Sports, Telemundo |
| Turkey | TRT Sport |
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FAQs
Q1. What time does Tunisia vs Netherlands kick off in India?
The match kicks off at 6:00 PM local Kansas City time on 25 June 2026, which is 3:30 AM IST on 26 June 2026. Indian fans can catch it live on JioHotstar and Sports18.
