The Netherlands and England are two footballing giants that have regularly featured at the UEFA European Championships. While England's pursuit of European glory remains unfulfilled, the Netherlands can look back fondly on one tournament victory.
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Netherlands and England UEFA Euros Tournament Record
Only the Netherlands has tasted success in the UEFA European Championships. They clinched the tournament title in 1988 with a memorable 2-0 victory over the Soviet Union in the final. Marco van Basten emerged as the tournament top scorer and famously scored an extraordinary volley in the final to secure glory for his country. Their triumph in 1988 remains Holland’s sole major title in international football.
England's journey in the tournament has been a tale of unfulfilled promise and their quest for the UEFA European Championship title remains unfulfilled.
At Euro 1996, England reached the semi-finals on home soil and engaged in an unforgettable encounter with their historic rivals, Germany. The match culminated in a gripping 7-6 penalty shootout victory for Germany after a tense 1-1 draw.
Euro 2020 marked England's best performance in the competition, as they advanced to their first European Championship final. However, Italy emerged triumphant in a penalty shootout at Wembley Stadium after the match concluded 1-1. England's youthful and talented forwards struggled to cope with the immense pressure during the shootout.
Netherlands vs England Head to Head
The first-ever meeting between the Netherlands and England in a UEFA European Championship match took place during the group stage at Euro 1988. The eventual champions, Holland, secured a 3-1 victory against Sir Bobby Robson's side, largely thanks to a Marco van Basten hat-trick.
Eight years later, England and the Netherlands crossed paths once again. The Three Lions were determined to exact revenge on the Dutch in the group stage at Euro 1996. Alan Shearer and Teddy Sheringham each netted a brace in a resounding 4-1 England victory at Wembley Stadium, marking one of England's greatest ever tournament performances.
