Netherlands vs France UEFA Euro 2024 Highlights | Dutch-French play out goalless draw after Simons goal was denied by VAR; Poland eliminated
Netherlands and France played out the first goalless draw of UEFA Euro 2024 as Xavi Simons' goal was controversially denied by VAR. Poland were eliminated after the result of this match.
Hello and welcome to Sportz Point's another LIVE UEFA Euro 2024 football match coverage. This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you all the LIVE updates and commentary of the Netherlands vs France match on Saturday at the Leipzig Stadium.
Both France and the Netherlands are coming from a win in this exciting match in Group D. This match will eventually decide who will finish at the top of the Group.
Netherlands are the top of the group after beating Poland by 2-1 while France are in the second position after a 1-0 win over Austria.
The final whistle by the referee and the game ends without any goals scored. This is the first goalless draw of the UEFA Euro 2024. Both teams, especially France had their chances with Griezmann and Rabiot but could not convert them to goals. However, the best moment of the match came through Xavi Simons who had scored in the 69th minute but was denied by VAR.
Poland eliminated from the tournament with the goalless result of the match.
Dembele takes his chance with his left foot and misses the goal by a whisker.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:26 PM
65' | Griezmann misses another chance
Beautiful team football by France. Dembele gave it to Kante and Kante passed it along the ground for Griezmann to go at the goal. But, Griezmann after a bad first touch could not control the shot and fell on the ground. Verbugeen made a good save as well to deny him.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:23 PM
63' | Nearly for Tchouameni
Tchouameni misses the targret with the header narrowly. Good cross from Dembele.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:20 PM
60' | Thuram misses the target
Thuram tried to go across Dumfries but the defender had him so covered that he missed the target.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:14 PM
55' | Depay hits the wall
Depay takes the free-kick and hits the wall.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:13 PM
54' | Foul by Dembele
Foul from Dembele and Netherlands have a free-kick from 18 yards from the goal.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:12 PM
52' | Kante misses the target
Ngolo Kante would be disappointed with his effort from the edge of the box.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:10 PM
50' | Both teams looking for that goal
Both France and Netherlands are looking to build up from their win with France dominating through Rabiot on the left and Dembele on the right. For the Netherlands, it has been Frimpong who looked threatening.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:04 PM
46' | Second half starts
No changes from either of the teams.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:03 PM
Players are coming out of tunnel
We are about to start the second half.
Jun 21, 2024, 8:00 PM
William Saliba lost possession fewer times than any other outfield player in the first half of Netherlands vs. France.
Important block from the defender as Frimpong looked for the goal with a powerful shot from outside the box.
Jun 21, 2024, 7:33 PM
32' | Yellow card
Schouten gets the yellow card for holding Griezmann on the run.
Jun 21, 2024, 7:31 PM
28' | Thuram misses his target
Excellent pass from Kounde and Thuram made the run just perfectly not to be offside. However, he tried to go hard with the shot after receiving the ball and missed his target on the near post.
Jun 21, 2024, 7:27 PM
24' | Dumfries misses the target
Dumfries tried to keep a long free-kick from Depay in with the header. But the ball seemed to be too high for him to manage and score.
Cody Gapko was on target this time with his shot from outside the box. But Maignan was good enough to dive to his left and deflect the ball away for a corner.
Jun 21, 2024, 7:17 PM
14' | Huge miss from France
Huge miss by Rabiot and Grieszmann. Both forwards could have hit the ball and scored the goal. Rabiot decided to pass the ball to Griezmann who fell on the ground and was unable to shoot.
Since making his FC Barcelona debut just at the age of 15 in 2023, Lamine Yamal has broken multiple records. Here is every record of Lamine Yamal so far in his career.
Lamine Yamal came through Barcelonaโs famous La Masia academy and made his first-team debut for FC Barcelona in 2023 at just 15 years old. He quickly became an important player and won the Kopa Trophy the next year.
Lamine Yamal, a product of FC Barcelona's La Masia Academy. Image | FC Barcelona
He also rose fast with the Spainish National Team, playing for youth teams before making his senior debut in 2023. At 16, he became the youngest player to play and score for Spain.
He took part in Euro 2024, helping Spain win the tournament and earning the Young Player of the Tournament award.
Since making his professional debut in 2023 at just 15 years 15 years, 9 months, and 16 days old, the fleet-footed forward has quickly become a key part of Barcelona's attack. He has scored 22 goals in 98 appearances for the club.
2. Youngest Starter in La Liga for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to start a La Liga match for Barcelona on August 20, 2023, at the age of 16 years and 38 days. He surpassed the previous record of Fabrice Olinga, who started his first La Liga game for Malaga in 2012.
3. Youngest Player to Record an Assist for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to record an assist for Barcelona in La Liga during the 2023-24 season. At 16 years and 45 days old, he achieved this record against.
4. Youngest Goal scorer for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal became the youngest goal scorer in La Liga history at just 16 years and 87 days old, netting his first goal against Granada and breaking the previous record held by Fabrice Olinga.
5. Youngest Goal scorer in La Liga History
Lamine Yamal became the youngest goal scorer in La Liga after scoring against Granada in Barcelona's 2-2 draw.
6. Youngest Player to Score a Brace in La Liga
On 11 February, in the game versus Granada, the Barcelona wonder-kid set the new record as the youngest scorer of a brace in La Liga. He did it at the age of 16 years 213 days.
7. Youngest Player to Feature in El Clasico
Lamine Yamal is the youngest player ever to appear in a Clasico in the 23-24 season at the age of 16 years and 107 days.
Lamine Yamal made history by becoming the youngest goal scorer in El Clasico at just 17 years and 105 days old, on October 26, 2024, netting the third goal against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu, surpassing Ansu Fati's record.
9. Youngest Player with 10+ Goal Contributions in La Liga
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player in La Liga history to score 10+ goals in La Liga at the age of 16 years and 213 days.
10. Youngest Player to Reach 50 Official Games for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal is the youngest player in FC Barcelona's history to reach 50 official games. He achieved this milestone on May 19, 2024, at the age of 16 years, 10 months, and 6 days.
11. Youngest Player to Reach 100 Appearances for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal made his 100th appearance on April 30, 2025, in a UEFA Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan, at 17 years old.
12. Most Dribbles Completed in a Single La Liga Match
In a single La Liga match, Lamine Yamal has completed the most successful dribbles this season, reaching 11 against Alaves, surpassing Lionel Messi's record of 10 dribbles in 2007. No other player has completed more than 7 successful dribbles in a single La Liga match the current season.
Champions League Records
Lamine Yamal showcasing his skills. Image | SABC Sport
1. Second-youngest player to feature in the UEFA Champions League
Lamine Yamal became the second youngest player to feature in the Champions League against Antwerp at 16 years and 68 days, only behind Youssoufa Moukoko at 16 years and 18 days.
2. Youngest player named in a Champions League starting lineup
Lamine Yamal holds the record for the youngest player to be named in a Champions League starting lineup. He was 16 years and 83 days old when he started the game against Porto on October 4, 2023.
3. Youngest player to play in the Champions League knockout phase
Lamine Yamal became the youngest-ever player to appear in the knockout stage when he started the round of 16 first leg against Napoli, aged 16 years 223 days.
4. Youngest player to score a goal in a Champions League semi-final match
Playing his 100th game at just 17 years and 291 days old, Yamal became the youngest player to score in a Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan, overtaking the record set by Kylian Mbappe, who was 18 when he achieved the feat in 2017.
Lamine Yamal playing for the Spanish National Team. Image | The Independent
1. Youngest Player to Debut for Spain
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to play for Spain on September 8, 2023, against Georgia at 16 years and 57 days in the 2024 Euro Cup Qualifier, breaking Gaviโs record at 17 years, 62 days.
2. Youngest Goal scorer for Spain
Lamine Yamal became the youngest goal scorer for Spain at 16 years and 57 days. He netted a goal in his debut match against Georgia in the 2024 Euro Cup Qualifier breaking Gavi's record.
3. Youngest Goal Scorer in a UEFA Euro Qualifying Match
Became the youngest goal scorer in his debut match against Georgia, to score in a Euro Qualifier. He broke Gareth Bale's previous record at 17 years and 83 days.
Lamine Yamal celebrating his goal against France in the UEFA Euro 2024. Image | Goal.com
Lamine Yamal was a key player in Spainโs Euro 2024 win. He scored 1 goal against France and provided 4 assists, showing great skill and confidence for his age.
His performances helped Spain win their fourth European title, and he was named the Young Player of the Tournament for his standout play.
UEFA Nations League 2025 Semifinals: Everything you need to know about the fixtures
In this article, get to know everything about the fixtures, dates, and teams and everything you need to know about the UEFA Nations League Semifinals 2025.
France eliminated Croatia after knocking them out in a penalty shootout (5-4) to secure their spot into the semis. Their match was tied 2-2 forcing them to move on penalties.
Spain had the last laugh as they knocked out the Netherlands after winning the penalty shootout 5-4. The game was tied too at 3-3 during the extra time.
Germany was the only team to advance in regulation over the two legs against Italy. They defeated Italy on a 5-4 aggregate as they reached the semis.
Portugal got the better of Denmark as they defeated them 5-3 on aggregate with the help of Cristiano Ronaldo's 929th career goal and Fransico Trincao's late brace.
Football fans from India can watch the UEFA Nations League 2025 Semifinals match LIVE on Sony Ten 3 TV Channel on Television and the Sony LIV app and website with a paid subscription.
Fixtures Details
The UEFA Nations League semifinals will be played over one leg on the 5th and 6th of June as the final takes place on the 8th of June. The losing sides from both matches will get to play another match for third place.
Spain vs France (6th June, 12:15 am IST)
Portugal vs Germany (5th June, 12:15 am IST)
Final Details
The final of the UEFA Nations League will take place on the 8th of June, 2025.
Spain vs Netherlands UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 2nd leg LIVE Updates: Spain goes to semis in penalty shootout
Catch the live updates, news, scores and free commentary of the Spain vs Netherlands UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 2nd leg match tonight at the Mestalla Stadium, Valencia, Spain.
Hello and welcome to another big night of international football. Tonight, we will be covering three out of four UEFA Nations League 2025 quarterfinals.
This is Koushik Biswas, with the buildup, news, LIVE updates, scores and free commentary of the Spain vs Netherlands UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-final 2nd Leg match.
Tonight, these two footballing powerhouses will meet again to ensure the semi-final place in the tournament. So, sit back and relax as we bring you everything on the Spain vs Netherlands match from the web desk.
Enjoy the coverage and don't forget to refresh the page timely to get the latest updates.
LIVE Updates
Mar 23, 2025, 7:59 PM
LIVE Score
Mar 23, 2025, 10:47 PM
Final verdict!
It is really sad that one of these two teams will not be going to the semifinals after such an extraordinary performance.
If you are a neutral fan, it was an epic night for you. But if you're a fan or from Netherlands and Spain, it was a night of heartbreaks and wins.
Spain kept on getting the leads, but Netherlands continued to fight back and equalize. In the end, it was the penalties that differentiated the two teams.
Unai Simon was the hero for Spain as he made an important save in the sudden death.
It has been a really long night, and I hope you have enjoyed every bit of this coverage. This is Koushik Biswas, signing off. Good night, and take care.
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Mar 23, 2025, 9:48 PM
96' | Netherlands looking good
The Netherlands are working hard to keep as many Spanish players pinned back as they can. Koeman has deployed two wingers, one central striker, and two players supporting Depay, aiming to create a five-versus-four advantage whenever feasible. Itโs a bold, high-stakes strategy with big potential payoffs.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:45 PM
94' | Mingueza is replaced
Mingueza is injured and has been replaced by Pedro Porro.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:42 PM
First half of extra time starts
The first half of extra time starts.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:37 PM
We move to extra time!
90 minutes could not separate the teams.
It is 2-2 in the second leg and 4-4 on aggregate.
We are heading to extra time.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:36 PM
90+3' | Two blocks from Dutch defenders
Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams's back-to-back shots were blocked by Dutch defenders.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:35 PM
90+1' | Save from Verbruggen
Nico Williams did not get the connection he was looking for and Verbruggen makes an easy save.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:34 PM
3 minutes added
3 minutes added to the full time.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:33 PM
90' | Save from Simon
That was an important save from Simon.
Depay from close range nearly gave Netherlands the winner.
Mar 23, 2025, 9:31 PM
What is happening in other game?
72' | Ronaldo equalises for Portugal 76' | Eriksen gives Denmark the lead
Chance for Kluivert, probably their best of the night. But, his shot was saved by Unai Simon.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:50 PM
46' | Interception from De Jong
Chance for Dani Olmo to score, but his club teammate De Jong came sliding to make the interception.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:49 PM
46' | Second half starts
No changes from either team.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:33 PM
Half-time | Spain 1-0 Netherlands
Spain head to the tunnel with a 1-0 lead over the Netherlands via a penalty scored by Oyarzabal
Mar 23, 2025, 8:32 PM
45' | 1 minute added
1 minute added as injury time.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:31 PM
44' | Fans chant Cucurella's name!
Cucurella wins the battle with Frimpong, who received a cross from Depay.
The defensive win led Spanish fans to chant the name of Cucurella. You already know his song!
Mar 23, 2025, 8:28 PM
40' | Mingueza has been proactive for Spain so far
In the last two occasions, the defender was able to go front and provide through balls for Lamine Yamal and Oyarzabal. Spain are looking for their second for the end of the first half.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:25 PM
38' | Warning for Depay
Depay gets a verbal warning from the referee for a foul on Le Normand. But, no cards so far.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:22 PM
35' | Save from Simon
Unai Simon makes his first save of the night as Geertruida makes an effort from outside the box. It went straight to the Spainsh goalkeeper.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:21 PM
34' | Netherlands growing in confidence
In the last few minutes, the Netherlands made three entries to the final third.
This time, they won their first corner as Gakpo's shot was deflected away by Cucurella.
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Mar 23, 2025, 8:17 PM
30' | ICYMI: Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot
Mar 23, 2025, 8:14 PM
26' | Nico and Yamal on the flank doing wonders
Just like Euro 2024, Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal have been phenomenal on the flanks for Spain.
In the middle Fabian Ruiz, Dani Olmo and Oyarzabal have been constant threat as well.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:11 PM
24' | Save from Verbruggen
Another solid save from Verbruggen.
Oyarzabal found Nico on the right, and Verbruggen saved Nico's shot.
However, Oyarzabal was offside leading to the attack.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:10 PM
23' | Kluivert misses the target
Kluivert goes for the goal from outside the box. He was hoping that the ball would come down but it kept on going up.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:06 PM
20' | Verbruggen makes another save
Spain have been controlling the game so far.
Lamine Yamal, on the right, waited for a long time before ppooing up the ball for Fabian Ruiz on the left.
Ruiz went for a volley, but Verbruggen was there to make the save.
Mar 23, 2025, 8:02 PM
15' | Reijnders with a volley
Reijnders has the first chance of the night for Netherlands.
He went for a volley inside the box from a pass by Maatsen
Mar 23, 2025, 8:00 PM
13' | Top save from Verbruggen
Nico Williams has an open chance to score from the right. He found a great pass from Huijsen, who kept on running with the ball from the defensive area and then passed it to Nico.
Verbruggen came to rescue the Netherlands.
Mar 23, 2025, 7:58 PM
11' | Goal but offside
For a moment, it looked like Oyarzabal had his brace.
But he was offside there. Just by a bit.
Lamine Yamal with the side of the boot pass for Oyarzabal to go one-on-one with Verbruggen.
Mar 23, 2025, 7:55 PM
8' | Goal for Spain | ESP 1-0 NED (3-2 agg)
Oyarzabal goes low, hard and to the left. He hits the back of the net with ease.
Spain take the lead.
Spain 0-1 Netherlands (3-2 on aggregate)
Mar 23, 2025, 7:54 PM
7' | Penalty for Spain
Van Hecke tackled and brought down Oyarzabal inside the box. It is a penalty for the home side.
Mar 23, 2025, 7:53 PM
3' | Keep an eye on Huijsen
Huijsen, who was born in the Netherlands, made his debut in the first leg and did excedelingly well.
This is his first start for Spain. He has replaced the injured Casado.
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Mar 23, 2025, 7:19 PM
Lineups: Netherlands
Starting XI: B. Verbruggen, L. Geertruida, J. P. van Hecke, V. van Dijk (capt), I. Maatsen, T. Reijnders, F. de Jong, J. Kluivert, J. Frimpong, M. Depay, C. Gakpo.
Subs: Nick Olij, Mark Flekken, Matthijs de Ligt, Youri Baas, Xavi Simons, Teun Koopmeiners, Kenneth Taylor, Mats Wieffer, Brian Brobbey, Noa Lang, Donyell Malen.
Mar 23, 2025, 7:17 PM
Lineups: Spain
Starting XI: U. Simรณn (capt), ร. Mingueza, R. Le Normand, D. Huijsen, M. Cucurella, D. Olmo, M. Zubimendi, F. Ruiz, L. Yamal, M. Oyarzabal, N. Williams.
Subs: David Raya, รlex Remiro, Pedro Porro, Raรบl Asencio, Alejandro Grimaldo, Mikel Merino, Aleix Garcรญa, Alejandro Baena, Pedri, รlvaro Morata, Samuel Aghehowa, Ferran Torres.
Mar 23, 2025, 3:47 PM
First leg story | Netherlands 2-2 Spain
Not many people saw this comingโhardly anyone pegged the Dutch to come out on top before the match kicked off. However, Koemanโs men came so close to earning every bit of a well-deserved victory.
They started off a little wobbly, sure, but soon found their rhythm, moving the ball with confidence. Gakpo and Frimpong were electric out wide, constantly throwing the Spanish defense off balance, while the backline held strongโalmost to the very endโuntil Merino slipped one through.
Mar 23, 2025, 3:47 PM
Team News | Netherlands
Jorrel Hato received a red card during the first-leg game, and will be suspended for the game night. Ian Maatsen has been called up for the Dutches. However, Jurrien Timber will also be sidelined due to illness.
Mar 23, 2025, 3:46 PM
Team News | Spain
Center-back Pau Cubarsi was forced off in the last stages of the first leg encounter, as he has withdrawn from the squad and will be unavailable for tonight. Rest of the squad will be available for selection.
Mar 23, 2025, 3:35 PM
The venue | Mestalla Stadium
Mar 23, 2025, 3:34 PM
How to watch the match?
Football fans from India can watch the Spain vs Netherlands UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 2nd leg match LIVE on Sony Ten 3 TV Channel on Television and the Sony LIV app and website with a paid subscription.
Mar 23, 2025, 3:30 PM
Match Details
Match: Spain vs Netherlands
Tournament: UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 2nd leg
It is a childhood dream for everyone to represent their country in a global tournament like FIFA World Cup. But imagine, you are actually a young lad, and yet you are playing the tournament and winning it. For some lucky but no doubt exceptionally talented players, this became a reality.
In this article from Sportz Point, discover the 5 youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup, including legends like Pele and Ronaldo Nazario, who made history at an early age.
5 youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup:
RANK
PLAYERS
AGE
NATION
1.
Pele
17
Brazil
2.
Ronaldo Nazario
17
Brazil
3.
Giuseppe Bergomi
18
Italy
4.
Kylian Mbappe
19
France
5.
Thierry Henry
20
France
5. Thierry Henry | 20 Years | France:
Before Kylian Mbappe became a familiar name, there was Thierry Henry in a star-studded French team including the biggest stars like Zinedine Zidane, Lillian Thuram, and Patrick Viera led by Didier Deschamps. Henry at the age of just 20, burst into the limelight with France, winning the 1998 FIFA World Cup, and craved his name among the youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup.
However, Henry did not make an appearance against Brazil, where France won 3-0. He had already played his role, scoring thrice in six matches. During the 2006 FIFA World Cup, Henry was one of the guaranteed starters in the squad.
4. Kylian Mbappe | 19 Years | France:
With astonishing speed and agility, it feels like he is in a sports car on a football field. Kylian Mbappe announced himself at the age of 19. Mbappe became the youngest player to score in the FIFA World Cup final since Pele in 1958, bringing back the title to France after 20 years.
He was one of the most important players for France throughout the season. In the round of 16, Mbappe managed to score a brace in five minutes, knocking out Lionel Messi's Argentina 4-3. Mbappe craved his name among the youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup.
3. Giuseppe Bergomi | 18 Years | Italy:
Giuseppe Bergomi was selected by the Italian national team coach Enzo Bearzot in the 1982 FIFA World Cup squad. He started the tournament on the bench and during the group stage did a great job marking Socrates and Serginho against Brazil in a memorable 3-2 win. Bergomi impressed everyone with his maturity in the Semi-final and the Final.
Giuseppe Bergomi was a FIFA World Cup winner just over a year after making his first appearance in the senior match. Bergomi is one of the youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup.
2. Ronaldo Nazario | 17 Years | Brazil:
Ronaldo Nazario "The Phenomenon" was a generational talent. If not for a catalog of serious knee injuries, he would probably be known as the greatest ever to play football. In 1994, a 17-year-old Ronaldo was part of the World Cup-winning Brazil team in the United States. However, he only made it to the bench and did not play a single minute. Ronaldo Nazario placed second in this list of the youngest players to win the FIFA World Cup.
Ronaldo scored a staggering 115 goals in 134 games between 1994 and 1999 during two brilliant spells at Barcelona (37 goals, 34 games) and PSV (46 goals in 42 games). By 23, he had scored over 200 goals for club and country.
1. Pele | 17 Years | Brazil:
Pele is the most well-known footballer in the history of the sport and possibly the greatest attacking player of the 20th century. The Brazilian legend was just 17 years and 249 days old in 1958 when Brazil outdid Sweden by 5-2 in the final at the Rashunda Stadium in Solna, Sweden. Pele scored a brace, winning Brazil their first-ever World Cup.
Pele is the youngest player to win the FIFA World Cup on this list. Brazilโs 5-2 triumph over France in the semi-finals saw Pele become the youngest scorer of a hat-trick in World Cup history. He also won the World Cup in 1962 in Chile. Later on, he went on to claim his third World Cup trophy after eight years in Mexico. He is the only player to have won 3 World Cup trophies.
Netherlands vs Spain UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 1st leg: Merino's injury time goal helps Sapin draw 2-2 against 10 men Dutch team
Read the Netherlands vs Spain UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 1st leg highlights as Mikel Merino's injury time goal helped Spain draw 2-2 against Netherlands.
Hello and welcome to another big night of international football. Tonight, we will be covering three out of four UEFA Nations League 2025 quarterfinals.
This is Koushik Biswas, with the buildup, news, LIVE updates, scores and free commentary of the Netherlands vs Spain UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-final 1st Leg match.
In the last six games, the Dutch team have been undefeated but only won two of those six games. In the meantime, the EURO 2024 Champions, Spain, have not lost a single game since lifting the title and have won five out of six games in the UEFA Nations League.
So, this sets up to be a thrilling counter between two proud footballing nations. Therefore, sit back and relax as we bring you everything on the Netherlands vs Spain match from the web desk.
Enjoy the coverage.
LIVE Updates
Mar 20, 2025, 10:36 PM
Final Verdict
Not many people saw this comingโhardly anyone pegged the Dutch to come out on top before the match kicked off. However, Koemanโs men came so close to earning every bit of a well-deserved victory.
They started off a little wobbly, sure, but soon found their rhythm, moving the ball with confidence. Gakpo and Frimpong were electric out wide, constantly throwing the Spanish defense off balance, while the backline held strongโalmost to the very endโuntil Merino slipped one through.
What a ride itโs been! Thatโs all from us on this live blogโthanks for sticking with us through every twist and turn. Good night. See you on Sunday for the second leg.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:42 PM
Full-time | NED 2-2 ESP
An injury time equaliser from substitute Mikel Merino helps Spain extend their undefeated run to 22 games now.
We move to the second leg with everything at square.
A 93rd-minute equaliser from Mikel Merino helps Spain hold on to a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands!
Nico Williams with a shot from the left, and Verbruggen made only a half save.
Merino was at the right place to take advantage of the rebound ball.
Big, big goal!
NED 2-2 ESP
Mar 20, 2025, 9:37 PM
90+1' | Change for Netherlands
Reijnders is replaced by Wieffer.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:36 PM
90' | 5 minutes added
5 minutes have been added as injury time.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:34 PM
89' | Huijsen takes a chance
Huijsen takes a chance with a long range left-footed shot.
He was on-target but Verbruggen dived to his left to make the save.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:34 PM
88' | Van Dijk makes a block
Oyarzabal with a volley from close range but Van Dijk was there to make the save.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:32 PM
86' | Save from Verbruggen
Top-class save from Verbruggen. Huijsen found Nico making a run. Nico then went inside the box and sent a curling shot.
Verbruggen had to dive to his left to make the save.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:29 PM
84' | Change for Spain
Final change for Spain. Merino replaces Ruiz.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:28 PM
84' | Change for Netherlands
Depay is replaced by De Ligt.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:27 PM
82' | Direct red card for Hato
A straight red card for Hato for a dangerous challenge on Le Normand.
The Netherlands are down to 10 men.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:24 PM
79' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Virgil Van Dijk for a foul inside the box during the corner.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:23 PM
77' | Le Normand with a great interception
Xavi Simons was running away with the ball and made an effort at the goal. But, Le Normand came running from behind to let it go for a corner.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:23 PM
76' | Chance for NIco
Chance for Nico Williams but he could not hold on to the ball with his first touch.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:19 PM
73' | Changes for Netherlands
Out: FDJ, Kluivert
In: Koopmeiners, Simons
Mar 20, 2025, 9:18 PM
72' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Perez for a sliding tackle on Frimpong. He will miss the second leg.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:17 PM
72' | Save from Verbruggen
A deflection from Van Dink was going into the goal and Verbruggen dived to his left to make the save.
Mar 20, 2025, 9:16 PM
HE MAKES THEM COUNT
4 - Tijjani Reijnders is the first player in history to put @OnsOranje in front with each of his first-ever four goals for the Netherlands. Advantage. pic.twitter.com/oDcsZ5cRBe
Frimpong did all the running for him, and his cutback found a running Reijnders, who made no mistake inside the box.
Netherlands have the lead.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:51 PM
Second half starts!
We are back from the break.
Spain starts things off!
Mar 20, 2025, 8:36 PM
Half-time | NED 1-1 ESP
Spain started the game like the Champions of Europe and Nico Williams gave them the lead. But, since then, Netherlands have attacked like a team on a mission.
Gakpo found the equaliser, and they could have had a few more if Simon was not there.
Cubarsi had to leave the field due to injury, and Dean Huijsen replaced him.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:33 PM
45' | Two minutes added
Two minutes added to the first-half as Lamine Yamal miss-hit the free-kick.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:32 PM
45' | Yellow card
Free-kick for Spain from a dangerous position as Gakpo pushed Pedro Porro down. Yellow card for him.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:29 PM
42' | Reijnders hits the crossbar
Frimpong, with the corss and Reijnders, went for the side volley and kissed the crossbar with his effort.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:28 PM
41' | Dean Huijsen makes his debut
Dean Huijsen, who was born in the Netherlands, makes his international debut in the Netherlands, against Netherlands.
He replaces Cubarsi.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:27 PM
39' | Cubarsi is down
He was limping for a bit, and now he is down. He is getting medial attention and will be replaced.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:26 PM
39' | Cucurella gets a verbal warning
It is not a yellow card for the defender but he gets a verbal warning from the referee for a foul on Frimpong
Mar 20, 2025, 8:23 PM
36' | Simon makes a save
Huge save!
Simon made himself big as Depay had the chance to extend the lead for them from close range.
Chance missed for the home side.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:22 PM
35' | Save from Verbruggen
Lamine Yamal with an outside-the-boot flick pass from Zubimendi. Zubimendi went for the volley, and Verbruggen had to go down to his side quickly to make the save.
Netherlands are putting their feet on the accelerator.
Gakpo with a menacing cross and Simon had to be quick to get a touch to it to nuilfy the attack.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:16 PM
28' | Gakpo strikes | NED 1-1 ESP
The Dutch are level, and the fans are just over the moon!
Gakpo strikes for them.
Frimpong had a great run to keep the ball in play and then pass it across. After a poor clearance from Cubarsi, Kluivert found Gakpo at the edge of the box.
The Liverpool striker did not miss the chance with a bullet strike.
All square now.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:12 PM
24' | Sapin defenders have been solid
Cucurella, Cubarsi, and Le Normand have been solid so far, not letting Dutch strikers have any space in the final third.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:10 PM
21' | Chance for Van Dijk
The Dutch captain had the chance to score after Hato brought down the corner so that he could go for the goal.
But, he was not on target,
Mar 20, 2025, 8:08 PM
20' | First corner of the match
First corner of the match goes to Netherlands.
Le Normand went for a hard tackle against Gakpo and he conceded the corner.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:06 PM
19' | Morata should have scored here
Porro with a long cross from Nico, and then Cucurella sent a lobbed ball for Moraata to hit the net.
But, he missed the chance.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:05 PM
15' | Cucurella has been excellent for Spain so far
The Chelsea defender makes another block inside the box to eliminate any chances for Netherlands.
Mar 20, 2025, 8:01 PM
12' | Long way to go though
With early goals, teams always get the chance to make a comeback.
Netherlands, with the support behind them, will look to do the same.
Gakpo nearly found Frimpong inside the box. But Cucurella came from behind to make the interception and it was an easy save for Simon.
Mar 20, 2025, 7:57 PM
9' | Nico Williams scores | NED 0-1 ESP
Nico Williams scores for Spain.
Great pressing from Lamine Yamal, who took the ball away from Hato, and the Pedri passed it across Nico for him to make a quick turn and send it past Verbruggen.
Spain take the lead.
Mar 20, 2025, 7:55 PM
7' | Spain controlling the game
Spain are looking in control with central defenders and mid-fielders enjoying more possession on the ball.
Mar 20, 2025, 7:54 PM
That special header!
Fans celebrate Van Persieโs legendary diving header against Spain in the 2014 World Cup.
Mar 20, 2025, 7:51 PM
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Mar 20, 2025, 7:51 PM
3' | Gakpo misses the target
Netherlands with their first attack of the night.
After a swap of play from right to left, Gakpo took a chance with a long range shot.
He was off-target, though.
Mar 20, 2025, 7:50 PM
2' | Pedri makes an effort at the goal
Within the first two minutes, we have Spain making an attack.
Starting XI: Unai Simรณn, Pedro Porro, Robin Le Normand, Pau Cubarsรญ, Marc Cucurella, Pedri, Martรญn Zubimendi, Fabiรกn Ruiz, Lamine Yamal, รlvaro Morata (c), Nico Williams.
Subs: David Raya, รlex Remiro, Dean Huijsen, Alejandro Grimaldo, Mikel Merino, Dani Olmo, รscar Mingueza, Aleix Garcรญa, Alejandro Baena, Ayoze Pรฉrez, Samuel Aghehowa, Mikel Oyarzabal.
Mar 20, 2025, 6:50 PM
Lineups | Netherlands
Starting XI: B. Verbruggen, L. Geertruida, J. P. van Hecke, V. van Dijk, J. Hato, F. de Jong, T. Reijnders, J. Frimpong, J. Kluivert, C. Gakpo, M. Depay.
Subs: Nick Olij, Mark Flekken, Matthijs de Ligt, Youri Baas, Kenneth Taylor, Mats Wieffer, Xavi Simons, Teun Koopmeiners, Noa Lang, Donyell Malen, Brian Brobbey.
Mar 20, 2025, 6:20 PM
Recent form | Netherlands
Date
Home Team
Score
Away Team
Result
20 Nov 24
Bosnia and Herzegovina
1 - 1
Netherlands
D
17 Nov 24
Netherlands
4 - 0
Hungary
W
15 Oct 24
Germany
1 - 0
Netherlands
L
12 Oct 24
Hungary
1 - 1
Netherlands
D
11 Sept 24
Netherlands
2 - 2
Germany
D
Goals Scored (Conceded)
8 / 5
Games over 2.5 goals
2 / 5
Mar 20, 2025, 6:18 PM
Recent form | Spain
Date
Home Team
Score
Away Team
Result
19 Nov 24
Spain
3 - 2
Switzerland
W
16 Nov 24
Denmark
1 - 2
Spain
W
16 Oct 24
Spain
3 - 0
Serbia
W
13 Oct 24
Spain
1 - 0
Denmark
W
9 Sept 24
Switzerland
1 - 4
Spain
W
Goals Scored (Conceded)
13 / 4
Games over 2.5 goals
4 / 5
Mar 20, 2025, 6:08 PM
Netherlands Squad
Goalkeepers: Bart Verbruggen, Nick Olij, Mark Flekken,
Defenders: Lutsharel Geertruida, Jurriรซn Timber, Virgil van Dijk, Jorrel Hato, Jan Paul van Hecke, Jeremie Frimpong, Matthijs de Ligt, Youri Baas,
Football fans from India can watch the Netherlands vs Spain UEFA Nations League 2025 Quarter-finals 1st leg match LIVE on Sony Ten 3 TV Channel on Television and Sony LIV app and website with a paid subscription.
Mar 20, 2025, 2:49 PM
Tonight's Venue | De Kuip
Mar 20, 2025, 2:48 PM
Match Details
Match: Netherlands vs Spain
Tournament: UEFA Nations League 2025 quarter-finals, 1st Leg
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