Netherlands vs Uzbekistan
Netherlands vs Uzbekistan preview
Netherlands vs Uzbekistan pits Netherlands (FIFA #7) against Uzbekistan (#57) in Group J on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at BC Place. Netherlands go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Uzbekistan have debut as their World Cup high-water mark.
BC Place (capacity 54,500) is the retractable-roof home of the BC Lions (CFL), Vancouver Whitecaps (MLS). It sits 4m above sea level in Vancouver. June/July temperatures in Vancouver average a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Netherlands have appeared at 11 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: QF, DNQ, Runner-up, 3rd, 3rd). Uzbekistan have appeared at 1 World Cups (last five: Debut). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Netherlands vs Uzbekistan — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Netherlands | Uzbekistan |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #7 | #57 |
| Confederation | UEFA | AFC |
| WC appearances | 11 | 1 |
| Best WC finish | Runner-up (1974, 1978, 2010) | Debut |
| Last 5 WCs | QF, DNQ, Runner-up, 3rd, 3rd | Debut |
| Captain | Virgil van Dijk | Eldor Shomurodov |
| Manager | Ronald Koeman | Timur Kapadze |
| Players to watch | Virgil van Dijk, Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo | Eldor Shomurodov, Abbosbek Fayzullaev, Khusayin Norchaev |
Get live Netherlands vs Uzbekistan data
// Fetch live data for Netherlands vs Uzbekistan
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-28',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
// data: [{ id, kickoff_utc, status, score, lineups, events, xg, ... }]Other matches on Jun 28
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Netherlands vs Uzbekistan at the 2026 World Cup?
Netherlands vs Uzbekistan is scheduled for Sunday, June 28, 2026, kicking off at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 UTC at BC Place, Vancouver.
What stage is Netherlands vs Uzbekistan?
Netherlands vs Uzbekistan is a Group Stage fixture in Group J at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Netherlands vs Uzbekistan?
BC Place (capacity 54,500, opened 1983, retractable roof, hybrid grass) in Vancouver hosts Netherlands vs Uzbekistan.
Who is favoured to win Netherlands vs Uzbekistan?
Netherlands go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #7, with Uzbekistan ranked #57. Netherlands's best World Cup finish is Runner-up (1974, 1978, 2010); Uzbekistan's is Debut. Live odds for Netherlands vs Uzbekistan are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Netherlands vs Uzbekistan?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Netherlands vs Uzbekistan in my timezone?
Netherlands vs Uzbekistan kicks off at Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Netherlands vs Uzbekistan stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-28) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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