Netherlands vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina : UEFA Nations League Live Match Preview, livescore, predictions, predicted lineup, betting tips, odds and live stream

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The Netherlands begin their 2024 UEFA Nations League campaign on Saturday as they host Bosnia-Herzegovina at the Philips Stadion in Eindhoven. Both teams are in League A Group 3, alongside Germany and Hungary, and will be eager to start the competition with a positive result, knowing that finishing in the bottom two could lead to relegation.

The Netherlands come into the match after a bittersweet Euro 2024, where they reached the semifinals only to be knocked out by England after a controversial late goal. Despite this, Ronald Koeman's side is determined to break their long trophy drought, having last won a major international tournament in 1988.

Koeman, in his second stint as manager, led the Netherlands to the 2019 Nations League final but fell short against Portugal. With a revamped squad, including new talents and some key departures, the Oranje will aim to reach the Nations League's new quarter-final stage.

Bosnia-Herzegovina, under new head coach Sergej Barbarez, is in a rebuilding phase. They earned promotion to League A after finishing atop their League B group last season. However, they struggled in Euro 2024 qualifying, finishing fifth in their group, and their recent form has been poor, with six consecutive losses in all competitions.

Despite their struggles, Bosnia will rely on the experience of their veteran stars as they seek a positive result in a challenging group. 

 Key Players 

For the Netherlands, Xavi Simons and Cody Gakpo are expected to be key figures. Simons, a rising star, brings creativity and dynamism in midfield, while Gakpo, versatile and capable of playing as a winger or false nine, will lead the attack. Both players are crucial to Koeman's attacking setup.

For Bosnia-Herzegovina, Rade Krunić and Edin Džeko will be vital. Krunić, a midfield engine, will be responsible for linking defense and attack, while Džeko, Bosnia’s all-time top scorer, remains the primary goal threat despite his age. 

 Team News 

The Netherlands will be without Steven Bergwijn and Memphis Depay, with Koeman opting to leave the latter out due to his clubless status. Brian Brobbey is likely to start as the central striker, with Xavi Simons and Cody Gakpo supporting him in attack. Injuries to Micky van de Ven and Joey Veerman have seen Jan Paul van Hecke and Justin Kluivert called up as replacements.

Bosnia-Herzegovina welcomes back Edin Džeko after the striker missed their last match due to injury. Sead Kolašinac is expected to lead the defense, with Benjamin Tahirović providing midfield stability alongside Rade Krunić. 

 Predicted Lineups 

Ronald Koeman , the  Netherlands manager, is likely to go with the 4-2-3-1 formation  with  Verbruggen in goal.A defensive backline of  Dumfries, De Ligt, Van Dijk and  Aké; Schouten and Gravenberch in the holding midfield Malen and  Simons  attacking from the wide area with Gakpo and Brobbey attacking from the middle area. 

Sergej Barbarez , the Bosnia-Herzegovina manager, is likely to go with the 3-5-2 formation with  Piric in goal .A defensive backline  of Radeljic, Ahmedhodzic and Katic.A flooded midfield of  Bicakcic, Kolasinac; Gigovic, Krunic, and Tahirovic with Hajradinovic and Dzeko in the attacking area.

  Prediction 

With their attacking talent and home advantage, the Netherlands should comfortably dominate Bosnia-Herzegovina. The Oranje will look to make a strong start in Group 3, particularly ahead of a tougher test against Germany. Meanwhile, Bosnia may struggle to contain the Netherlands' firepower, though they will hope to capitalize on any defensive lapses.