The race to qualify for the knockout stages is heating up at the FIFA World Cup. The Netherlands face Sweden in their second Group F game in Houston today, and there are three crucial points on the line for both teams.

The Netherlands are coming off a frustrating 2-2 draw against Japan and desperately need a win to keep their qualification hopes alive. Sweden, on the other hand, dominated their opening match, beating Tunisia 5-1, and they need just one more win to progress. Can they get the job done against the Netherlands? Tune in to this exciting Group F game live with a streaming subscription or VPN to find out.

When Is the Netherlands vs. Sweden World Cup Match?

The Netherlands vs. Sweden FIFA World Cup game kicks off at 1:00 p.m. ET on June 20 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

How to Stream the Netherlands vs. Sweden Live in the US

You can watch today's match live on Fox or Telemundo. If you're in the US and have a sports streaming subscription, you'll be able to watch live with services such as DirecTV, Fox One, Fubo, Peacock, Sling, YouTube TV, or others. Don't have a streaming subscription? You may be able to watch the game with a free trial.

How to Watch the Netherlands vs. Sweden Online for Free

The Netherlands vs. Sweden match will air live for free across the globe on several streaming platforms, including:

These platforms are geo-locked to their respective countries, so if you want to watch for free from the US or elsewhere, a virtual private network (VPN) is your best bet. For the Netherlands vs. Sweden World Cup match, we recommend ExpressVPN, PCMag's top pick for location spoofing. ExpressVPN has servers across the globe, making it easy to mask your actual location, so you can access region-locked content. Plus, this year, ExpressVPN is also an official supporter of the FIFA World Cup.

Here's how you can access the Netherlands vs. Sweden match with a VPN using BBC iPlayer as an example:

  1. Sign up for a streaming-friendly VPN (like ExpressVPN).
  2. Download the VPN app on your computer, phone, or preferred device.
  3. Connect to a server in the UK.
  4. Visit BBC iPlayer or ITV to start streaming.

Usually, the top VPNs that let you connect to servers in other countries aren't free. But if you already have a VPN subscription or qualify for a free trial, you may be able to use one to watch the FIFA World Cup match between the Netherlands and Sweden at no additional cost.

When Is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19.

This is the first time the event will be hosted by three nations: the US, Canada, and Mexico. The 23rd World Cup has also expanded to 48 participating nations for a total of 104 games. The top two teams from all 12 groups will automatically qualify for the knockout stages, while eight of the best third-place teams will also make the cut. The eventual champion will have to win five knockout games, instead of the former four.

We'll be following the World Cup for the next month, so stay tuned for more streaming advice.

Source: PCMag.com