The Netherlands were left frustrated in Rotterdam after being held to a 1–1 draw by Poland in their opening 2026 World Cup qualifier. Ronald Koeman’s men started brightly, dominating possession and pressing high up the pitch. Their persistence paid off just before the half-hour mark when Denzel Dumfries powered home a header at the far post from a perfectly delivered Memphis Depay corner, sending the home fans into raptures.
The Dutch continued to control the first half, pinning Poland deep in their own half and creating several chances to double the lead. Depay looked sharp, constantly finding space between the lines, while Xavi Simons and Cody Gakpo tested Lukasz Skorupski with long-range efforts. Despite the pressure, Poland’s defensive shape held firm, keeping them in the contest heading into the break.
After halftime, Poland began to grow into the game, gradually pushing higher and finding more joy in midfield. Their patience and resilience were rewarded ten minutes from time when Matty Cash produced a moment of magic, rifling a spectacular strike into the top corner to level the match. The goal stunned the Dutch crowd and completely shifted the momentum.
In the closing minutes, the Netherlands threw everything forward, but Poland’s backline, marshaled by Jan Bednarek, stood strong. Skorupski pulled off another vital save to deny Depay late on, ensuring the visitors walked away with a valuable point. The result felt like a missed opportunity for the Dutch, who had enough chances to put the game out of reach earlier.
Both teams now sit level at the top of Group G with seven points, though the Netherlands still have a game in hand. For Koeman’s side, this was a reminder that dominance in possession means little without clinical finishing, while Poland will take pride in a resilient display and a hard-earned draw away from home — a result that keeps their qualification hopes on track.
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