Friday delivers a make-or-break encounter at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A place at the top of Group F is within touching distance for the Netherlands as it takes on Tunisia in the final round of group-stage action. The Dutch need just one point to guarantee first place and maintain their unbeaten start to the tournament.
Tunisia enters the match with no chance of advancing after suffering two heavy losses, leaving the Eagles of Carthage playing solely for pride and an opportunity to finish their World Cup campaign with a strong performance.
Read our Tunisia vs Netherlands prediction to see which side has more riding on this crucial clash.
Tunisia vs Netherlands prediction for the 2026 World Cup
Who advances and who packs their bags? This is the game that could shape the entire tournament for Tunisia and the Netherlands at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Here is our recommended bet:
BTTS - Yes
Who are the favourites?
Based on the leading UK-licensed bookmakers, the Netherlands is tipped to come out on top, with 73% of the odds leaning towards their win.
Looking for more? Browse all the World Cup odds and dig into this and other ties from the planet's biggest football tournament.
Tunisia vs Netherlands: head-to-head
Tunisia and Netherlands share no recent head-to-head record, so this is effectively their first meeting in years.
Tunisia at the 2026 World Cup
Tunisia arrive having already played 2 match(es) at the 2026 World Cup. Here is the record for Seleção da Tunísia:
At the World Cup:
0 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 2 loss(es)
0 point(s) per game on average
1 goals scored at the World Cup (0.5 per game)
9 goals conceded at the World Cup (4.5 per game)
Seleção da Tunísia in 2026
10 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 4 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Mohamed Ali Ben Romdhane with 3 goal(s)
Most assists: Ali Abdi with 3
Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup
Netherlands go into this tie with 2 match(es) already behind them at the 2026 World Cup.
Here is what Netherlands National Team have managed so far:
At the World Cup
1 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 0 loss(es)
2 point(s) per game on average
7 goals scored at the World Cup (3.5 per game)
3 goals conceded at the World Cup (1.5 per game)
Netherlands National Team in 2026
9 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 1 loss(es) in all competitions
Leading scorer: Memphis Depay with 8 goal(s)
Most assists: Memphis Depay with 4
Tunisia vs Netherlands statistics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Before you stake anything, look over the side-by-side comparison that sheds light on each nation's current form for this World Cup tie:
Tunisia
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L L L D |
0.2 |
| Home | L W W D W |
2 |
| Away | L L L D W |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 5 | 4 | 6 |
| Scored | 0.5 | 0 | 1 |
| Conceded | 4.5 | 4 | 5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 50% | 100% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.56 | 0.29 | 0.83 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 1.32 | 1.63 |
Netherlands
International - World Cup
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W L D |
1.6 |
| Home | W D W L D |
1.6 |
| Away | D W W W D |
2.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Scored | 3.5 | 3.5 | 0 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1.5 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 0% | 100% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.99 | 1.49 | 0 |
|
xGA
|
1.04 | 1.54 | 0 |
Tunisia vs. the Netherlands probable lineups
See our likely starting elevens below for our Tunisia vs Netherlands prediction at the 2026 World Cup.
Netherlands (4-3-3): Bart Verbruggen, Denzel Dumfries, Virgil van Dijk, Micky van de Ven, Nathan Aké, Ryan Gravenberch, Frenkie de Jong, Tijjani Reijnders, Donyell Malen, Memphis Depay, Cody Gakpo.
Tunisia (4-3-3): Aymen Dahmen, Yan Valery, Dylan Bronn, Montassar Talbi, Ali Abdi, Ellyes Skhiri, Hannibal Mejbri, Anis Ben Slimane, Elias Achouri, Firas Chaouat, Elias Saad.
The confirmed lineups will be available close to the kickoff time.
How to watch Tunisia vs Netherlands live in the UK
Find out below where you can catch Tunisia vs Netherlands live during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Just remember, kick-off is at 00:00 UK time.
For the full schedule, check our our World Cup live streaming page.
More betting tips for this match
Alongside the main tip given at the top of this article, here are some other strong bets for Tunisia vs Netherlands:
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Match details: Tunisia vs Netherlands
🆚 Fixture Tunisia vs Netherlands
🏆 Tournament 2026 FIFA World Cup
📅 Date Friday, 26/06/2026
🕐 Kick-off 00:00 UK time
🏟️ Venue GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
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