Their latest result extended the Dutch side’s streak beyond Brazil’s previous mark of 13 matches, a record set by a legendary team that featured three time World Cup winner Pelé. Significantly, the Netherlands’ run excludes draws, underlining just how difficult they have been to beat on football’s biggest stage.
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The achievement is another indication of the consistency that has defined the Dutch side in recent World Cups. Blending experienced internationals with a talented new generation, the Oranje have continued to produce results against some of the world’s strongest teams.
Breaking a record previously held by one of Brazil’s most iconic eras places the Netherlands in elite company and further strengthens their credentials as serious contenders at the tournament.
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With momentum on their side and history already made, the Oranje will now be aiming to turn this remarkable unbeaten sequence into an even greater prize by lifting the World Cup trophy.
Netherlands are on the longest unbeaten run in World Cup history 🤩🔥
Oranje have broken Brazil’s record of 13 games, set by a side featuring the legendary Pelé 👏 pic.twitter.com/TtbDrjB2jA
— LiveScore (@livescore) June 20, 2026
Photo: REUTERS/Annegret Hilse
