Netherlands vs Ecuador

Netherlands were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against Ecuador in an eventful friendly at Philips Stadion in Eindhoven, with Denzel Dumfries' early red card setting the tone for a frustrating afternoon for the hosts. The Dutch took a surprise lead in just the 3rd minute through a Willian Pacho own goal, but the advantage was short-lived. Dumfries was sent off in the 12th minute for a last-man challenge, leaving Netherlands to battle on with ten men for the remainder of the match. Ecuador made the extra man count when Enner Valencia stepped up to take a 23rd-minute penalty. The goalkeeper got a hand to it but could only parry, and Valencia pounced on the rebound to level the score at 1-1. Despite the numerical disadvantage, the Dutch held firm to avoid defeat. Both sides will take positives into their 2026 World Cup preparations, though Netherlands boss will have questions about his side's discipline.