Serbia vs Netherlands: Kickoff Time, Lineups and the Nations League Stakes
Serbia and the Netherlands have never played each other. That changes on Sunday 27 September 2026, when the two sides meet in round 2 of the UEFA Nations League. The match kicks off at 16:00 UK time and is available on Prime Video UK, according to OneFootball's preview.
A First Meeting With No Form Guide
European national teams usually cross paths eventually. Serbia and the Netherlands have managed to avoid each other entirely. OneFootball's match preview notes there is no previous head-to-head record between the nations, in competitive matches or friendlies. That removes the usual historical reference points. Form, rather than memory, becomes the only guide.
Two Teams Heading in Opposite Directions
Serbia have problems. Their Nations League campaign started with a home loss, continuing an inconsistent run that has followed them through recent international windows. Another defeat would leave them firmly behind in the group.
The Netherlands are in much healthier shape. They arrive with strong form over the past year, and the squad is fully fit, with no reported injuries. OneFootball lists the Netherlands as clear favourites, which is hard to argue against given recent results.
Kickoff and How to Watch
The game is scheduled for 16:00 UK time on Sunday 27 September. UK viewers can stream it on Prime Video UK. BBC Sport is running a live page for the match with stats and head-to-head coverage, though that head-to-head section will be a short read.
The Likely Lineups
OneFootball has projected starting teams. Serbia's probable eleven is: V. Milinković-Savić; S. Pavlović, Strahinja Eraković, N. Maksimović; Andrija Živković, F. Kostić, S. Milinković-Savić, N. Simić, M. Cvetković; D. Tadić, L. Jović.
The Netherlands are expected to field: Bart Verbruggen; Denzel Dumfries, Jan Paul van Hecke, Virgil van Dijk, Micky van de Ven; Quinten Timber, Ryan Gravenberch, Tijjani Reijnders; Crysencio Summerville, Brian Brobbey, Cody Gakpo.
These are probable lineups, not confirmed ones. One notable absence has already been reported. Jeremie Frimpong was left out of the latest Netherlands squad, according to This Is Anfield. That leaves the right-back area looking different from recent windows.
What the Result Would Signal
The Nations League is still young in its current cycle, but early results matter for confidence and for the group table. Serbia's response to their opening loss will be telling. The Netherlands, with a clean bill of health and a settled core, have a chance to make a statement in a fixture nobody expected to be a first.