Cody Gakpo scored twice and set up another as the Netherlands thrashed Sweden 5-1 in a World Cup match that was never as close as the scoreline suggests. The Dutch, who had been expected to face a stiff test, swept their opponents aside with a first-half performance of devastating efficiency.
Netherlands 5:1 Sweden — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half2 - 0
Second half3 - 1
- 53(Foul)
- 75(Foul)
- 80(Dangerous play)
- 90 + 3
Live Prediction
Netherlands to winWon1.23
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WonQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of Netherlands vs Sweden?
Netherlands 5-1 Sweden (World Cup).
Who scored?
Brian Brobbey (5', assist Cody Gakpo) for Netherlands; Brian Brobbey (17', assist Denzel Dumfries) for Netherlands; Cody Gakpo (47', assist Denzel Dumfries) for Netherlands; Cody Gakpo (54', assist Crysencio Summerville) for Netherlands; Anthony Elanga (59', assist Alexander Isak) for Sweden; Crysencio Summerville (89', assist Memphis Depay) for Netherlands.
Was Netherlands's win deserved?
Yes — Netherlands were on top for most of the match.
Were there any cards in Netherlands vs Sweden?
Yellow cards: Gabriel Gudmundsson (Sweden); Yasin Ayari (Sweden); Lucas Bergvall (Sweden).
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Head to Head meetings
Netherlands – Sweden
Netherlands
Sweden
- 1
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  1 | 0  |
Scored goals | 5 | 1 |
Average per game | 5 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 5-1 | 0 |
Netherlands
- 5Matches
- 10Goals
- 2Goal per game
- 2Wins
- 2Draws
- 1Losses
Sweden
- 5Matches
- 7Goals
- 1.4Goal per game
- 3Wins
- 1Draws
- 1Losses
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Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.70 | 4.10 | 4.50 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Netherlands
Netherlands is a slight favourite in the CheckLive calculation: 58.5 + 5.8 for home advantage = 64.3 vs 58.9 for Sweden. The biggest edge is in overall quality (CheckSkill 57.2 vs 55.6). CheckLive signal strength 57/100.
Over 3.52.50
Medium confidence57%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
55.3
57.4
CheckSkill
57.2
55.6
CheckMental
67
69
CheckLive total64.3 vs 58.9+5.4Netherlands: 58.5 + 5.8 for home advantage = 64.3
More match signals
Over 4.562%4.50
Both teams to score — Yes62%1.62
Home win — Netherlands50%1.70
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the favourite in Netherlands vs Sweden?
In the CheckLive calculation Netherlands is the favourite: 58.5 + 5.8 for home advantage = 64.3 vs 58.9. Signal strength 57/100; it is not a win probability.
What is Netherlands's main edge?
Netherlands is strongest in overall quality: CheckSkill 57.2 vs 55.6 for Sweden. The overall rating gap is 5.4.
How does CheckLive rate the match?
The rating is built on three metrics: form (CheckForm), quality (CheckSkill) and mentality (CheckMental). Their values and the match signals are below.
What does Confidence mean?
Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
What is the correct-score prediction?
CheckLive calculation: 3-2 (Netherlands vs Sweden, regulation time). Confidence describes model signal strength, not the probability of a win or an exact score.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.70 | 4.10 | 4.50 |