Has Sven Braken played in a World Cup before?

Netherlands has appeared in 11 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Sven Braken's full international history.

What position does Sven Braken play?

Sven Braken plays as a midfielder for Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Netherlands in at the 2026 World Cup?

Netherlands are in Group F at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Japan, Tunisia, Sweden.

When does Netherlands play at the World Cup?

Netherlands's first match is on 2026-06-14 against Japan at AT&T Stadium, Arlington.

Sven Braken – Netherlands | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Sven Braken

Sven André Marie Braken

Date of BirthJune 12, 1993 (age 33)

Place of BirthMaastricht, Netherlands

Height / Weight187 cm / 85 kg

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubMVV

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
KNVB Beker	1	0	0
Eerste Divisie	34	7	3
All Competitions	35	7	3

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Netherlands's group: Group F →

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World Cup 2026

Group F →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Netherlands	3	2	1	0	6	7
2	Japan	3	1	2	0	4	5
3	Sweden	3	1	1	1	0	4
4	Tunisia	3	0	0	3	-10	0

2026-06-14Netherlands vs JapanAT&T Stadium, Arlington→2026-06-20Netherlands vs SwedenNRG Stadium, Houston→2026-06-25Tunisia vs NetherlandsArrowhead Stadium, Kansas City→

2026 tournament outlook

Sven Braken will represent Netherlands at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Netherlands have been drawn in Group F alongside Japan, Tunisia, Sweden. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-14 against Japan at AT&T Stadium, Arlington. As a midfielder, Braken will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Netherlands's best World Cup finish is Runners-up (1974, 1978, 2010). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Netherlands at the 2026 World Cup

Sven Braken is part of the Netherlands squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Ronald Koeman, alongside J. Bijlow, N. Aké, R. Gravenberch, and B. Brobbey among the key players.

View full Netherlands team profile →