The Netherlands moved to the top of Group F of the FIFA World Cup following an impressive 5-1 win over Sweden in Houston. Brian Brobbey opened the scoring for the Netherlands in the fifth minute, and the Sunderland striker added another in the 17th minute.
The second half saw Cody Gakpo scoring twice, giving his side a comfortable 4-0 lead.
Anthony Elanga netted a consolation goal for Sweden in the 59th minute, but that was not enough to save his side from the embarrassing defeat.
Crysencio Summerville’s fine right-foot strike in the 89th minute gave the Oranje a memorable victory.
Meanwhile, Germany reached the Round of 32 following a 2-1 win over Côte d’Ivoire in their Group E clash.
Franck Kessié’s goal stunned the German side in the 30th minute.
German Coach Julian Nagelsmann brought on Deniz Undav in the second half as Germany struggled to find an equaliser.
Undav found the equaliser in the 68th minute following a long-range pass from Nadiem Amiri.
Lukas Nmecha’s clever pass helped Undav net another goal in the 95th minute, breaking Ivorian hearts.
Elsewhere, Ecuador were held to a goalless draw by Curaçao in another Group E match in Kansas City. An outstanding performance from goalkeeper Eloy Room helped Curaçao earn their first-ever World Cup point.
Other Result: Group F: Tunisia 0, Japan 4
