New Delhi, June 9 -- The Netherlands have reached 3 World Cup finals and won none of them. No nation has appeared in more finals without lifting the trophy. Now, they arrive at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Will the outcome change?

Ronald Koeman's side carries the weight of 1974, 1978 and 2010 into North America. This time, they want a different ending.

The Netherlands have qualified for the World Cup 12 times in their history. Their 3 final appearances remain the defining chapters of Dutch football. They lost 2-1 to West Germany in 1974. They lost 3-1 after extra time to Argentina in 1978. They lost 1-0 to Spain in extra time in 2010.

The Netherlands have lost only 1 World Cup match in regular time in their last 19, dating back to 2006. Th...