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Jun 21, 2026
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Brobbey’s Brace Powers Netherlands to 5-1 Win as Undav Shines for Germany

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The Netherlands thrashed Sweden 5‑1 in Group F, with striker Brian Brobbey netting a brace and anchoring the attack. Meanwhile Deniz Undav came off the bench to score twice as Germany recovered to beat Côte d’Ivoire, setting the stage for a dramatic final round of matches.

The latest episode of Football Weekly highlighted a dominant Dutch performance, a crucial German comeback, and a preview of the Spain‑Saudi Arabia showdown that could reshape the Euro 2026 knockout picture.

Netherlands’ 5‑1 Rout Over Sweden Fueled by Brobbey’s Brace

Brian Brobbey entered the Dutch line‑up and delivered classic centre‑forward hold‑up play, scoring two goals and creating space for teammates. The victory not only secured the top spot in Group F but also demonstrated the Netherlands’ attacking depth.

  • Score: Netherlands 5 – 1 Sweden
  • Goal scorers (NED): Brian Brobbey (2), Denzel Dumfries, Luuk de Jong, Steven Berghuis
  • Key moment: Brobbey’s first goal came from a well‑timed hold‑up that released Dumfries for a finish.

Undav’s Double Secures Germany’s Come‑back Victory

Coming off the bench, Deniz Undav struck twice to help Germany overturn a deficit against Côte d’Ivoire. His impact underscores the value of a strong supersub in tournament play.

  • Score: Germany 2 – 1 Côte d’Ivoire
  • Goal scorers (GER): Deniz Undav (2)
  • Match narrative: Germany fell behind early, but Undav’s goals in the second half turned the tide.

Group F Dynamics Shift After Dutch Dominance

The Netherlands now sit atop Group F with a perfect record, while Germany’s win keeps them in contention for a quarter‑final berth. Meanwhile, Ecuador’s loss to Curaçao adds another surprise, tightening the race for the remaining spots.

  • Netherlands: 3 wins, 0 draws, 0 losses, +4 goal difference
  • Germany: 2 wins, 0 draws, 1 loss, +1 goal difference
  • Surprise result: Ecuador 0 – 1 Curaçao

Looking Ahead: Spain vs Saudi Arabia Preview

The next round pits Spain against Saudi Arabia, a clash that could determine the final group leader. Spain’s fluid midfield will test Saudi Arabia’s disciplined defense, and the outcome may influence the knockout pairings.

  • Key players to watch: Pedri (Spain), Salem Al‑Dawsari (Saudi Arabia)
  • Potential impact: A win for Spain could secure a more favorable draw; a Saudi upset would reshuffle the group hierarchy.