NATIONAL_TEAM
Netherlands national team
Overview
The Netherlands men’s national team has competed internationally since 1905 and is one of Europe’s most influential national sides.
Key facts
- Tournament
- FIFA World Cup
History
OnsOranje records the first Netherlands international on 30 April 1905 against Belgium. The team later became synonymous with Total Football, reached World Cup finals in 1974 and 1978 and won UEFA EURO 1988. In Footballopedia this node connects Johan Cruyff, Marco van Basten, Ruud Gullit, major tournaments and Dutch club history.
Sources
Historie Nederlands elftalPublisher: OnsOranje · Accessed: 2026-10-08