The absence of PSV midfielder Joey Veerman from the Netherlands’ World Cup squad has reportedly surprised the Swedish national team. Sweden is scheduled to play the Netherlands in their second group stage match on Saturday in Houston. The news has generated discussion ahead of the fixture, with Swedish officials expressing their astonishment at the decision. Veerman’s strong performances for PSV this season led many to expect his inclusion in the final squad. The Netherlands will face Senegal in their opening match before the clash with Sweden. This unexpected roster choice introduces an element of uncertainty for both teams as they prepare for the tournament. The game is set to begin at 7:00 PM local time.