Netherlands vs Iceland Prediction: Team to Win, Form, News and more

As the Euro 2024 approaches, the Netherlands and Iceland are set to clash in a friendly match at Stadion Feijenoord, Rotterdam.

Both teams come into this game with impressive victories under their belts, promising an exciting encounter.

Team to Win

Netherlands' Recent Form

The Netherlands have been in excellent form, winning five of their last six matches across all competitions.

Their recent 4-0 victory over Canada highlights their attacking prowess and solid defence.

With Ronald Koeman at the helm, the Dutch side has shown resilience and strategic depth. Historically, the Netherlands have dominated Iceland, winning nine of their twelve encounters.

Iceland's Recent Form

Iceland also enters this friendly with strong momentum, having defeated England 1-0 at Wembley Stadium last week.

This victory is part of a series of four wins in their last five matches. Despite not qualifying for Euro 2024, Iceland has displayed solid performances, particularly in their defensive setup, not conceding in their last three friendly matches.

Team News

Netherlands

Ronald Koeman is expected to make several changes from the team that played against Canada.

Key players like Nathan Ake, Denzel Dumfries, and Virgil van Dijk are anticipated to bolster the defence.

Frenkie de Jong's participation remains uncertain due to an ankle injury. The midfield will likely feature Teun Koopmeiners, while Memphis Depay and Cody Gakpo are expected to lead the attack. Young talent Xavi Simons may also get some playing time.

Probable Starting Lineup: Verbruggen; Dumfries, Van Dijk, Ake, Van de Ven; Koopmeiners, Wijnaldum, Gravenberch; Frimpong, Gakpo, Memphis

Iceland

Iceland’s coach Age Hareide might stick with the same lineup that triumphed over England.

Jon Dagur Thorsteinsson, who scored the decisive goal against England, will again be crucial.

Andri Gudjohnsen is expected to lead the attack, supported by experienced midfielders like Johann Berg Gudmundsson.

Probable Starting Lineup: Valdimarsson; Bjarkason, Ingason, Gretarsson, Finnsson; Traustason, Gudmundsson; Anderson, Haraldsson, Thorsteinsson; A Gudjohnsen

Prediction

Given the Netherlands' form and home advantage, they are favoured to win this match.

However, Iceland's recent successes cannot be overlooked. A narrow victory for the Netherlands, possibly 2-1, seems likely.