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>Netherlands vs Greece Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/11/2026
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The Netherlands approach this crucial Group A2 fixture in strong form, having won three and drawn two of their last five Nations League outings. Xavi Hernandez's side averaged a remarkable 71% possession across recent matches, reflecting their structural superiority. A 2-2 draw against Greece in October left the Dutch wanting more, and the return of Frenkie de Jong alongside a fit-again Donyell Malen significantly bolsters their options for this home clash.
Greece arrive level on eight points with their hosts, making this a genuine six-pointer for quarter-final qualification. Their recent form tells a different story, though, with a loss and a draw from the last two outings suggesting momentum has stalled. The absence of Christos Tzolis, who suffered a hamstring injury during that October draw, removes a key attacking threat. With just 40% average possession in recent fixtures, Greece face a real structural challenge here.
The home win at 1.52 stands out as the primary selection for this fixture. The Netherlands have been remarkably consistent, winning three of their last five Nations League matches while remaining unbeaten throughout. Their possession dominance tells a compelling story: averaging around 71% compared to Greece's 40% paints a picture of a side that controls matches structurally. That gap is difficult for any visiting team to overcome.
Greece arrive with just one defeat and one draw from their two most recent outings, a run that hardly inspires confidence for this trip. The absence of Christos Tzolis, who picked up a hamstring injury during the reverse fixture, weakens their attacking options considerably. Meanwhile, the Netherlands welcome back Frenkie de Jong and a sharp Donyell Malen, both of whom add quality in transition and creativity through the middle.
With both sides locked on eight points, the stakes could not be higher for quarter-final qualification. The over 2.5 goals market at 1.65 also merits attention, given that the previous meeting between these two produced four goals in a thrilling draw. Expect the Dutch to press aggressively at home, and back the hosts to claim all three points with a scoreline that breaches the 2.5 threshold.
Trends to Know about Netherlands vs Greece
- Netherlands average 71% possession dominance
- Greece lost key attacker to injury
- Oranje unbeaten in last five matches
Form & Statistics: Netherlands vs Greece
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Lineups: Netherlands vs Greece
Netherlands
Starters
- 1 Bart Verbruggen
- 2 Denzel Dumfries
- 3 Virgil van Dijk
- 4 Jurrien Timber
- 5 Ian Maatsen
- 6 Frenkie de Jong
- 7 Teun Koopmeiners
- 8 Tijjani Reijnders
- 9 Crysencio Summerville
- 10 Donyell Malen
- 11 Cody Gakpo
Bench
- Mark Flekken
- Robin Roefs
- Lutsharel Geertruida
- Micky van de Ven
- Jan Paul van Hecke
- Quinten Timber
- Joey Veerman
- Guus Til
- Gjivai Zechiel
- Justin Kluivert
- Ruben van Bommel
- Brian Brobbey
- Mexx Meerdink
- Noa Lang
Absent
- Nathan Aké (Hamstring injury, expected out until mid-November 2026.)
- Jeremie Frimpong (Hamstring injury, expected out until mid-November 2026.)
- Jorrel Hato (Knock, expected out until mid-November 2026.)
- Xavi Simons (Severe knee injury, not expected to return until 2027.)
- Matthijs de Ligt (Back operation, out for almost a year; last appearance in November 2025.)
Greece
Starters
- 1 Konstantinos Tzolakis
- 2 Manolis Saliakas
- 3 Panagiotis Retsos
- 4 Konstantinos Mavropanos
- 5 Kostas Tsimikas
- 6 Konstantinos Karetsas
- 7 Thanasis Androutsos
- 8 Dimitrios Kourbelis
- 9 Giorgos Masouras
- 10 Vangelis Pavlidis
- 11 Fotis Ioannidis
Bench
- Triantafyllos Tsapras
- Christos Mandas
- Andrews Tetteh
- Konstantinos Koulierakis
- Christos Mouzakitis
- Charalampos Kostoulas
- Christos Zafeiris
- Giannis Michailidis
- Tasos Douvikas
- Odysseas Vlachodimos
- Georgios Kyriakopoulos
Absent
- Dimitrios Pelkas (Injury.)
- Georgios Vagiannidis (Unknown injury.)
Medium confidence
A 4-3-3 against a 4-4-2 sets up a fascinating midfield contest at the Johan Cruyff Arena. Frenkie de Jong and Teun Koopmeiners will look to dominate the centre, while Greece's compact double pivot of Androutsos and Kourbelis will aim to disrupt Dutch rhythm and protect space for their forwards.
Greece's probable XI is drawn largely from their last outing, giving Ivan Jovanović's side a settled look. The Netherlands, meanwhile, carry genuine width through Summerville and Gakpo, and if Virgil van Dijk marshals the backline cleanly, the Oranje should have enough defensive solidity to press high and exploit Greece on the counter.
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What time is Netherlands vs Greece?
Netherlands vs Greece kicks off on 13 November 2026 at 19:45 local time in a venue to be confirmed.
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