Brian Brobbey and the Dutch roll in the rain to a 3-1 win over Tunisia to top World Cup Group F
Brian Brobbey scored his third tournament goal as the Dutch took first place in Group F and moved into the knockout stage.
- The Netherlands secured a 3-1 victory over Tunisia in Kansas City, finishing atop their World Cup group with goals from Brian Brobbey and two own-goal deflections.
- Ronald Koeman's side claimed an early lead through an Ellyes Skhiri own goal in the third minute, then Brobbey doubled the advantage after Virgil van Dijk's headed knockdown from a free kick.
- Tunisia narrowed the gap in the 54th minute when Hazem Mastouri scored, but Jan Paul van Hecke restored the Dutch lead moments later after his header deflected off Anis Slimane.
- The Netherlands will face Morocco in the round of 32 on Monday in Monterrey, Mexico, after Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 in a simultaneous group-deciding match.
- Coach Koeman noted the "fantastic feeling" of the stadium atmosphere, while defender Jan Paul van Hecke stated, "I think the team is prepared for a big game.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Tunisia end poor WC campaign, concede 12 goals
Tunisia ended their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on the wrong side of history, conceding 12 goals, the joint-most by a team in a group stage since North Korea in the 2010 edition. The Netherlands sealed top spot in Group F with a commanding 3-1 victory over Tunisia in their final FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage match at Kansas City Stadium on Thursday, June 25 (local time). The Dutch finished the group stage unbeaten with two wins and a draw, while Tunisia bowed out of the tournament without a victory or a point. Before this, Tunisia registered a 5-1 thrashing against Sweden, before a 4-0 thrashing against Japan. As per Opta Analyst, Tunisia's 12 goals conceded are the most by any team since North Korea's 12 goals in the 2010 edition and the most outright goals conceded in a FIFA WC since Brazil in 2014 (14 conceded in seven games). The Netherlands made a dream start, taking the lead in just the third minute. Denzel Dumfries drilled a dangerous low cross into the box, and Tunisia captain Ellyes Skhiri inadvertently turned the ball into his own net while attempting to clear the danger. Just four minutes later, Ronald Koeman's side doubled their advantage. Virgil van Dijk kept a corner alive inside the area before setting up Brian Brobbey, who made no mistake from close range to score his third goal of the tournament and put the Dutch firmly in control. The Oranje continued to dominate possession for the remainder of the first half, with Frenkie de Jong and Tijjani Reijnders dictating play in midfield as Tunisia struggled to create meaningful opportunities. Tunisia showed greater urgency after the break and pulled a goal back in the 54th minute. Hazem Mastouri rose highest to meet Hannibal Mejbri's corner and powered a header beyond the goalkeeper to give the African side hope. However, the Netherlands quickly restored their two-goal cushion. In the 62nd minute, Reijnders delivered an inviting corner and defender Jan Paul van Hecke headed home from close range to score his first international goal and effectively put the result beyond doubt. The Dutch comfortably managed the closing stages, denying Tunisia any chance of another comeback to wrap up a convincing victory. The win saw the Netherlands finish atop Group F with seven points, ahead of Japan and Sweden, who also progressed to the Round of 32 following a 1-1 draw. Tunisia exited the tournament after finishing bottom of the group with one point. (ANI)
World Cup 2026 Netherlands Beat Tunisia 3-1 to Win Group F
World Cup 2026 Netherlands beat Tunisia 3-1 in Kansas City to win Group F unbeaten, with Brian Brobbey and Jan Paul van Hecke among the scorers. The post World Cup 2026 Netherlands Beat Tunisia 3-1 to Win Group F appeared first on The Rio Times.
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