Netherlands vs Poland Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | World Cup Qualifiers

• Competition: UEFA World Cup Qualifiers
• Date: Thursday, 4 September 2025
• Kick-off Time: 6:45 pm GMT
• Venue: Stadion Feijenoord, Rotterdam, Netherlands

Matchday five of Group G of the UEFA Qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will include the Netherlands football team welcoming the Poland National side on Thursday evening at the Stadion Feijenoord in Rotterdam. The hosts are currently in the second position with six points from two matches, while Poland is one place behind, in third, having amassed six points from three outings. The Netherlands vs Poland fixture will feature some of the most talented names in European football and hence will be an unmissable spectacle for the supporters.

The Netherlands National Football Team will be content with how the recent games have played out. In the last six games, the Dutch have managed three victories, a draw, and a defeat. Ronald Koeman's men last took the field against Malta in June and demolished the opponents 8-0. This victory has helped the Netherlands National Team gain significant ground in the group in regard to the goal difference. Undoubtedly, the nation is set to finish at the top of the group and begin the journey towards winning its first-ever FIFA World Cup next year. The Netherlands is ranked second in the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers when it comes to goals scored per match (five).

Inconsistencies and mixed results have marked the latest encounters of the Polish National Team. The National Team has collected three victories and three defeats in the last six outings. During this period, Poland scored eight goals and conceded nine. Poland suffered a surprising and, at the same time, painful defeat to Finland on the previous matchday, which has hurt Poland's chances of direct qualification considerably. Michał Probierz's turbulent time as the head coach of Poland came to an end in June, and the squad is visibly still recovering. Karol Swiderski is the top scorer for the Poland National Football Team in this campaign with two goals to his name.

Netherlands National Football Team News

Ronald Koeman has named a talented and exciting squad for the upcoming international round of fixtures. He will soon begin the training with his players and will then decide the personnel for his favourite 4-2-3-1 formation.

Poland National Football Team News

Przemyslaw Frankowski is battling a groin injury currently and will, hence, not be available for his country against the Netherlands. The positive news for the fans will be the return of Robert Lewandowski to the squad after his absence during the last international break.

Netherlands vs Poland Predicted Lineups

Here is a detailed look at the Netherlands vs Poland Predicted Lineups:

Netherlands National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Flekken

Defenders: Dumfries, van Dijk, de Vrij, van de Ven

Midfielders: de Jong, Gravenberch, Kluivert

Forwards: Simons, Gakpo, Depay

Poland National Football Team Predicted Lineup (3-5-2)

Goalkeeper: Skorupski

Defenders: Skrzypczak, Bednarek, Kiwior

Midfielders: Cash, Szymanski, Slisz, Moder, Zalewski

Forwards: Piatek, Lewandowski

Netherlands vs Poland H2H Record

Overall, in the last five matches between the two nations, the Netherlands

Key Players to Watch in the Netherlands vs Poland

Xavi Simons (Netherlands)

Xavi Simons was undoubtedly the focus of the transfer market last week. Initially considered to be leaning towards a move to Chelsea, Simons has now pledged his allegiance to another London side, Tottenham Hotspur. It is one of the biggest transfers in this window, and the talented youngster will now have the opportunity to showcase his talent to a wider audience in the most followed league in the world. Simons has now become a regular feature in Ronald Koeman's Dutch squad. He has 28 appearances for his national team with five goals to his name.

Robert Lewandowski (Poland)

Robert Lewandowski reportedly had a falling out with the previous Polish coach, Michal Probierz. With the head coach quitting, Lewanowski is once again available to contribute his services to his country. At the age of 37, the former Bayern man is still going strong for his current club, FC Barcelona. His fitness has been a major factor in him still competing with the best. Robert Lewandowski has a staggering 85 goals in 158 matches and will be the biggest goalscoring threat against the Netherlands.

Netherlands vs Poland Prediction

Poland will begin a new journey under a new coach. The first test will be a strenuous one in the form of the Dutch and on away territory. Ronald Koeman will be confident of overseeing a victory.

Here is a detailed look at the Netherlands vs Poland Prediction

Predicted Score: Netherlands 3-1 Poland

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