Netherlands thrash Sweden 5-1, all but secure last-32 spot
Short overview
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each scored twice as the Netherlands defeated Sweden 5-1, virtually guaranteeing a place in the World Cup round of 32.
Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo each scored two goals as the Netherlands cruised to a 5-1 victory over Sweden, all but mathematically securing a spot in the last 32 of the World Cup.
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