Netherlands vs Spain – Predicted lineup and team news
The Netherlands host holders Spain in the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarter-final this evening.
For the first time, the tournament has introduced quarter-final ties and the Oranje will hope to make home advantage count at De Kuip. Ronald Koeman’s side exceeded expectations to reach the semi-finals of Euro 2024 last summer before progressing to this stage of the Nations League with a runners-up finish to Germany in League A Group 3.
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The Netherlands face a tough task against Nations League holders and reigning European champions Spain. However, the Dutch can take heart from a strong record against Spain. In the last eight meetings. the Netherlands have lost just once, in the 2010 World Cup final.
Netherlands vs Spain – Predicted lineup and team news
Netherlands team news
Ronald Koeman is light defensively with Nathan Ake, Stefan de Vrij and Devyne Rensch unavailable through injury. Spurs centre-back Micky van de Ven has also not been included after a spell on the sidelines, while Denzel Dumfries has withdrawn from the initial squad.
Uncapped Ajax defender Youri Baas has been called up as a replacement for Dumfries, while Brighton midfielder Mats Wieffer was a late inclusion for the injured Jerdy Schouten.
Memphis Depay has been selected despite scoring just twice in 15 games for Corinthians in 2025. The 31-year-old has 46 goals for the national team, just four short of Robin van Persie’s all-time record.
Netherlands predicted lineup
Netherlands predicted XI: Verbruggen; Frimpong, De Ligt, Van Dijk, J. Timber; Gravenberch, De Jong, Reijnders; Simons, Depay, Gakpo.
When is the Netherlands vs Spain?
The Netherlands host Spain in the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarter-final on Thursday 20th March 2025. Kick-off at De Kuip is 19:45 GMT.
What TV channel is the Netherlands vs Spain on?
The game will not be televised in the UK. It is available to stream live via the Viaplay International YouTube channel.
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