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Netherlands vs Argentina Preview & Picks - Netherlands To Reach World Cup Semi-Finals

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  • Netherlands vs Argentina picks for Friday, December 9
  • Kickoff is scheduled for 14:00 ET at Lusail Iconic Stadium
  • Preview, predictions, stats & tips
Gary Emmerson
Written by Gary Emmerson
Sports Editor • 30+ Years Experience In Sports & Betting
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Netherlands vs Argentina Preview & Picks - Netherlands To Reach World Cup Semi-Finals

Netherlands vs Argentina Preview & Picks

Argentina have never beaten Netherlands in regulation time in five meetings at the World Cup.

Lionel Messi’s World Cup dream is set to end in Qatar.

  • Netherlands have won by 2+ goals in 4 of their last 5 matches (World Cup).
  • Netherlands have kept 5 clean sheets in their last 7 matches (World Cup).
  • Netherlands are undefeated their last 5 matches against Argentina (World Cup).
  • Argentina have lost 3 of their last 7 matches (World Cup).

Head To Head

  • Netherlands lead the all-time series 2-0 (3 draws)
  • Argentina won a penalty shootout when the teams last met at the 2014 World Cup

Netherlands Form

Netherlands started the World Cup with a 2-0 win against Senegal, Cody Gakpo opening the scoring in the 84th minute and Davy Klaassen netting in added time.

Louis van Gaal’s side drew 1-1 against Ecuador, Cody Gakpo opening the scoring once again in a game where they had 2-15 shots.

Oranje ended the group stage with an easy 2-0 win against Qatar. Gakpo scored for the third straight game with Frenkie de Jong scoring early in the second half.

Netherlands beat USA 3-1 in the Round of 16 Denzel Dumfries assisting goals for Memphis Depay and Daley Blind before scoring himself after they let USA back in the game.

Argentina Form

Argentina were shocked in their opening match at the World Cup, a 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia after Lionel Messi opened the scoring from the penalty spot.

Lionel Scaloni’s side bounced back with a 2-0 win against Mexico, Messi opening the scoring and Enzo Fernández scoring off the bench to seal the deal.

La Albiceleste ended the group stage with a 2-0 win against Poland. Messi saw a penalty saved before Alexis Mac Allister and Julián Álvarez scored to secure a convincing victory.

Argentina beat Australia 2-1 in the Round of 16, Messi and Álvarez scoring to establish a 2-0 lead and holding on after they lost control.

Netherlands vs Argentina FAQs

Where can I watch the Netherlands vs Argentina live stream?

You can watch the Netherlands vs Argentina live stream by using ExpressVPN.

What is the Netherlands vs Argentina start time?

The Netherlands vs Argentina game is set to start at 14:00 ET.

Gary Emmerson
Gary Emmerson

Sports Editor • 30+ Years Experience In Sports & Betting

Gary has been writing about sport for more than 25 years and graduated with a degree in media and journalism. He has worked for newspapers and online, covering everything from horse racing to football and loves a bet.


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