Netherlands vs Uzbekistan – Predicted Lineup and Team News The Netherlands will face Uzbekistan in their final friendly match on Monday before the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. This encounter serves as a crucial dress rehearsal for the Oranje, who aim to fine-tune their preparations ahead of the tournament. The match is scheduled to kick off at 7:45pm BST on June 8th, with UK viewers advised to use alternative streaming platforms as traditional television channels will not broadcast the game live. The Netherlands’ pre-tournament form has been inconsistent, with a mix of victories, draws, and defeats. They secured a 2–1 win against Norway, followed by a 1–1 draw with Ecuador after an early red card, and most recently suffered a 1–0 loss to Algeria. While their attacking play has shown flashes of brilliance, defensive errors have remained a significant concern for manager Ronald Koeman. The manager has emphasized the importance of this friendly as a chance to test his strongest starting XI with minimal substitutions. Team news highlights both positive returns and notable absences. Memphis Depay and Jurrien Timber have rejoined the squad after recovering from recent injuries. Depay is expected to play a central role in the attack as he works to regain full match fitness, while Timber’s inclusion in the starting lineup will depend on a final fitness assessment. Right-back Denzel Dumfries is also set to return to the defense after missing the previous match against Algeria. However, several key players are sidelined due to injuries. Midfielder Jerdy Schouten is out for the long term following a torn ACL. Defenders Matthijs de Ligt, Stefan de Vrij, and Jeremie Frimpong are also absent, as is Xavi Simons.#netherlands #uzbekistan #memphis_depay #ronald_koeman #denzel_dumfries
