Netherlands
20 Mar, 2025
20:45
Spain
One key difference between these two teams is their defense, and based on their performances in the group stage, that gives Spain the edge.
Spain comes into this quarter-final clash on a strong run of form, unbeaten in their last 13 matches since the Euros winning 12 of them, with their only draw coming in a 0-0 stalemate against Serbia.
On the other hand, the Netherlands looked shaky at times during the group stage, struggling to break down teams like Bosnia and Hungary opponents they would typically be expected to dominate. However, to their credit, they managed to score in five of their six group matches and suffered just one defeat along the way.
What we say
Both Teams to Score
These two teams last met five years ago in a friendly that ended in a 1-1 draw, and we could see a similar result this time around.
For the Netherlands to have any chance of overcoming Spain, they'll need to stick to their possession-based style of play. However, that approach comes with risks, as it can leave them vulnerable at the back. Meanwhile, Spain remains ruthless going forward and solid defensively, making them a tough side to break down. That said, a draw would be seen as a positive result for them before the decisive second leg on home soil.
Home team lineup
| Player Name | Player Position |
| Verbruggen | GK |
| Frimpong | RB |
| de Vrij | CB |
| Van Dijk | CB |
| Timber | LB |
| De Jong | CM |
| Wieffer | RCM |
| Reijnders | LCM |
| Simons | RW |
| Gakpo | LW |
| Brobbey | CF |
Away team lineup
| Player Name | Player Position |
| Simon | GK |
| Porro | RB |
| Cubars | CB |
| Le Normand | CB |
| Cucurella | LB |
| Zubimendi | DM |
| Ruiz | DM |
| Yamal | RM |
| Pedri | AM |
| N. Williams | LM |
| Morata | CF |
Head to head
| 03, 2025 | Spain | Netherlands | 3 - 3 |
| 03, 2025 | Netherlands | Spain | 2 - 2 |
| 11, 2020 | Netherlands | Spain | 1 - 1 |
| 03, 2020 | Netherlands | Spain | - |