Netherlands beat Serbia 2-1 as Greece and Germany play goalless draw
On October 4, 2026 Xavi Hernández's team won 2-1 at home; Greece and Germany drew 0-0.
The Netherlands defeated Serbia 2-1 on October 4, 2026 in the fourth round of the UEFA Nations League, taking a crucial win at home under coach Xavi Hernández.
Match events
Teun Koopmeiners opened the scoring in the 31st minute with a well-struck free kick that gave the Oranje the lead. Serbia responded quickly: Cvetković drew the visitors level just four minutes later.
The Dutch side dominated possession and created several chances after the equaliser, pushing for a winner on home soil. The decisive moment arrived in the 72nd minute when Zirkzee found the net to make it 2-1 and secure the victory.
In the other game in the group, Greece and Germany played out a goalless draw (0-0). With the results from this round, the Netherlands top the group with 8 points, the same as Greece. Germany occupy third place with 5 points, while Serbia remain bottom with 0 points.
The win keeps the Oranje in strong contention in the Nations League group as the competition moves forward.
Photo: press material from the event
