The Netherlands national team should start Guus Til against Sweden, according to analyst Theo Janssen. The current midfield composition of the Netherlands is not ideal, Janssen thinks.

What is the problem?

The Netherlands national team has too many of the same types in midfield. They are playing with a controller and two attacking midfielders, but Reijnders and Gravenberch are not attacking midfielders.

What is the solution?

Guus Til deserves a starting spot in the Netherlands against Sweden, Janssen believes. He makes many dirty meters and running actions in depth without the ball. The combination of Brian Brobbey and Til would be the best given their type of play.

What are the expectations?

The Netherlands national team has enough quality to go far in this World Cup, says Frenkie de Jong. They have speed, physical strength and can also play well with the ball. | Date | Opponent | Score | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-14 | Japan | 2-2 | Recent form: 2W-2D-1L (DWLDW, most recent first). Next fixture: vs Germany (at home, 2026-09-24)