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Netherlands Faces Malta in World Cup Qualifier Showdown

10/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Netherlands host Malta in a World Cup qualifier on October 9, 2025, at Ta' Qali National Stadium.
Netherlands lead Group G with 10 points; Malta has 2 after June 8-0 defeat.
Coach Ronald Koeman excludes Memphis Depay from the starting lineup due to passport issues.
Kickoff is at 2:45 PM ET and streams on Fubo and Amazon Prime Video.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 FIFA World Cup, held in France from June 10 to July 12, marked a significant milestone in football history. France won their first title by defeating Brazil 3-0 in the final, while the tournament featured 32 teams for the first time. The Netherlands reached the semifinals, highlighting the competitive nature of European football, which continues to thrive today.

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Story summary

The Netherlands host Malta in a World Cup qualifier on October 9, 2025, at Ta' Qali National Stadium.
Netherlands lead Group G with 10 points; Malta has 2 after June 8-0 defeat.
Coach Ronald Koeman excludes Memphis Depay from the starting lineup due to passport issues.
Kickoff is at 2:45 PM ET and streams on Fubo and Amazon Prime Video.

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