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World Cup 2026 Johan Cruijff Arena

Scoring Trends

Netherlands

Lithuania

3.25

Goals Scored

0.75

Goals Conceded

1.88

2.56 Expected Goals (xG) 0.88

100%

Over 1.5

75%

63%

Over 2.5

50%

63%

Over 3.5

38%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Netherlands enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. The game flow could swing back and forth as teams find their rhythm.

With no recent competitive history, this is a fresh tactical challenge for both. Given Netherlands's consistency at home, backing their victory is logical. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win60%

Draw24%

Away Win16%

Goals & Scoring

BTTS/GG: Yes48%

Over 1.5 Goals82%

Over 2.5 Goals60%

Match Events

16'

Reijnders T.

Assist: de Jong F.

23'

Sirvys P.

46'

Sub

Sirvys P. In: Beneta M.

Out: Sirvys P.

Previous Encounters

17 Nov 25 WOR

Netherlands ✓

4:0

Lithuania

07 Sept 25 WOR

Lithuania

2:3

✓ Netherlands

Recent Form (Last 5)

Netherlands

Home Team

31 Mar

Netherlands

1 : 1

Ecuador

27 Mar

Netherlands

2 : 1

Norway

17 Nov

Netherlands

4 : 0

Lithuania

14 Nov

Poland

1 : 1

Netherlands

12 Oct

Netherlands

4 : 0

Finland

Lithuania

Away Team

29 Mar

Lithuania

0 : 2

Georgia

26 Mar

Moldova

0 : 2

Lithuania

17 Nov

Netherlands

4 : 0

Lithuania

13 Nov

Lithuania

0 : 0

Israel

12 Oct

Lithuania

0 : 2

Poland

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	L	GD	Pts
1	Germany	6	5	1	16:3	15
2	Slovakia	6	4	2	6:8	12
3	Northern Ireland	6	3	3	7:6	9
4	Luxembourg	6	0	6	1:13	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Switzerland	6	4	2	0	14:2	14
2	Kosovo	6	3	2	1	6:5	11
3	Slovenia	6	0	4	2	3:8	4
4	Sweden	6	0	2	4	4:12	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Scotland	6	4	1	1	13:7	13
2	Denmark	6	3	2	1	16:7	11
3	Greece	6	2	1	3	10:12	7
4	Belarus	6	0	2	4	4:17	2

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	France	6	5	1	0	16:4	16
2	Ukraine	6	3	1	2	10:11	10
3	Iceland	6	2	1	3	13:11	7
4	Azerbaijan	6	0	1	5	3:16	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Spain	6	5	1	0	21:2	16
2	Turkey	6	4	1	1	17:12	13
3	Georgia	6	1	0	5	7:15	3
4	Bulgaria	6	1	0	5	3:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Portugal	6	4	1	1	20:7	13
2	Ireland	6	3	1	2	9:7	10
3	Hungary	6	2	2	2	11:10	8
4	Armenia	6	1	0	5	3:19	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Netherlands	8	6	2	0	27:4	20
2	Poland	8	5	2	1	14:7	17
3	Finland	8	3	1	4	8:14	10
4	Malta	8	1	2	5	4:19	5
5	Lithuania	8	0	3	5	6:15	3

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Austria	8	6	1	1	22:4	19
2	Bosnia & Herzegovina	8	5	2	1	17:7	17
3	Romania	8	4	1	3	19:10	13
4	Cyprus	8	2	2	4	11:11	8
5	San Marino	8	0	0	8	2:39	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Norway	8	8	0	0	37:5	24
2	Italy	8	6	0	2	21:12	18
3	Israel	8	4	0	4	19:20	12
4	Estonia	8	1	1	6	8:21	4
5	Moldova	8	0	1	7	5:32	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Belgium	8	5	3	0	29:7	18
2	Wales	8	5	1	2	21:11	16
3	North Macedonia	8	3	4	1	13:10	13
4	Kazakhstan	8	2	2	4	9:13	8
5	Liechtenstein	8	0	0	8	0:31	0

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	England	8	8	0	0	22:0	24
2	Albania	8	4	2	2	7:5	14
3	Serbia	8	4	1	3	9:10	13
4	Latvia	8	1	2	5	5:15	5
5	Andorra	8	0	1	7	3:16	1

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Croatia	8	7	1	0	26:4	22
2	Czech Republic	8	5	1	2	18:8	16
3	Faroe Islands	8	4	0	4	11:9	12
4	Montenegro	8	3	0	5	8:17	9
5	Gibraltar	8	0	0	8	3:28	0

Match Preview: Netherlands vs Lithuania

The upcoming fixture between Netherlands and Lithuania promises to be an engaging encounter in World Cup 2026. Scheduled for Monday, November 17, 2025 at 19:45 UTC, the match will take place at Johan Cruijff Arena. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Netherlands and Lithuania are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Netherlands will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Lithuania aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

The flow of the match will likely depend on which team settles into their rhythm first. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Netherlands will try to assert dominance early, whereas Lithuania might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Netherlands or Lithuania. Momentum is crucial in World Cup 2026, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.