The Netherlands national football team played its first match in the 2026 World Cup qualification campaign, drawing against Sweden with a goal from Rekik. This match marked the beginning of their journey towards the expanded 48-team tournament. Simultaneously, Curaçao made its debut appearance in a World Cup qualifying match, representing a significant moment for the Caribbean nation’s football program. The results of other qualifying matches were not detailed in this initial report. This liveblog aims to provide ongoing coverage of all developments in the 2026 World Cup qualification process. The focus remains on the Netherlands’ performance and Curaçao’s inaugural participation. Further updates will be provided as the qualification rounds progress.