Dutch Royals to Attend 2026 World Cup in the USA

King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands have confirmed their attendance at the 2026 World Cup matches in the United States, marking them as the first European royalty to announce their participation. They will support the Netherlands as they compete against Sweden on June 20 and will later travel to Kansas City to witness Curaçao's first-ever appearance in a World Cup final against Ecuador.

The Dutch royal couple expressed their enthusiasm for supporting both teams, with the King hoping to watch the Netherlands' opening match against Japan. Additionally, Princess Amalia, the youngest member of the Dutch royal family, indicated she might watch the matches from a public viewing area in Amsterdam instead of attending in person.

The Netherlands is currently ranked as the 7th highest team in the FIFA rankings, showcasing a strong European candidacy despite not having won a World Cup previously.