Where to watch Netherlands vs. Canada live stream, TV channel, lineups, prediction for international friendly | Sporting News Canada

Netherlands and Canada face off in a friendly match on Thursday evening as both teams gear up for important tournaments. The Netherlands are preparing for Euro 2024 and are looking for a confidence boost after a recent loss to Germany. Coach Ronald Koeman hopes to lead his team to their first major trophy in 36 years.

The Dutch team was on a four-game winning streak, scoring 12 goals and not conceding any, before their 2-1 defeat against Germany. They have tough opponents like France, Austria, and Poland in their Euro 2024 group, so a win against Canada is crucial for morale.

Canada, who played in the 2022 World Cup, have had mixed results recently. They won six of their last 12 matches but lost to the USA on penalties in the Gold Cup quarterfinals. New coach Jesse Marsch aims to improve the team and restore his reputation.

These teams haven’t played each other in 30 years, with their last match in 1994 ending in a 3-0 win for the Netherlands. This game is a rare chance for Canada to face European competition outside the World Cup.

The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch it across the world, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.

What time does Netherlands vs. Canada kick off?

This international friendly match takes place at Stadion Feijenoord in Rotterdam, Netherlands and kicks off on Thursday, June 6 at 8:45 p.m. local time.

Here’s how that time translates across some of the major territories:

Netherlands vs. Canada live stream, TV channel

Here’s how to watch this international friendly match across selected areas of the world’s major regions:

USA: This game is available to stream via Fubo. New users can sign up to a FREE trial. Spanish language streaming options are on ViX. Broadcast coverage is on Fox Soccer Plus.

Canada: This international friendly game streams live on DAZN, OneSoccer and Fubo with the latter offering a FREE trial to new users.

UK: Premier Sports will be showing Netherlands vs. Canada on its TV and live stream services.

Australia: Fans in Australia can stream this match live and on-demand on Optus Sport.

India: Fans in India can Stream on JioTV, and Sony LIV and Broadcast coverage is on SONY TEN 1 HD.

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Netherlands vs. Canada lineups, team news

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman is considering changes after their defeat to Germany in March. He has all his starting players from that match available, but some fresh faces could be brought in.

At the back, Koeman needs to fill the left wing-back spot. Nathan Ake, Daley Blind, and Jeremie Frimpong are all in the running.

Teun Koopmeiners and Cody Gakpo might return in midfield and attack, but Frenkie de Jong is still out with an ankle injury.

Netherlands predicted XI (3-4-1-2, right to left): Verbruggen (GK) — Ake, De Ligt, Van Dijk — Dumfries, Veerman, Reijnders, Blind — Koopmeiners — Gakpo, Depay.

Netherlands subs (9): TBC

Canada coach Jesse Marsch also has a decision to make in defense. Joel Waterman is unavailable, so either Derek Cornelius, 18-year-old Luc De Fougerolles, or the experienced Richie Laryea could start at center-back.

Up front, Ike Ugbo might keep his place as the main striker.

Canada predicted XI (5-2-1-2 right to left): Crepeau (GK) — Buchanan, Laryea, Miller, Johnston, Davies —  Eustaquio, Kone — David —  Larin, Ugbo.

Canada subs (9): TBC

Netherlands vs. Canada prediction

While Canada have some strong players who could challenge Netherlands, the Dutch are favored to win. They might even pull off a convincing victory with a strong showing in the final part of the game.

Prediction: Netherlands 3-1 Canada