The Netherlands Qualifies for the World Cup After Victory Over Norway

Steven Bergwijn and Memphis Depay scored late to secure the Netherlands' qualification for the 2022 FIFA World Cup after a 2-0 victory over Norway in Rotterdam, placing them at the top of Group G. The Netherlands returns to the World Cup after missing the 2018 edition in Russia, but their qualification was hard-fought. Last Saturday, they were just eight minutes away from qualifying when they conceded two goals late in a 2-2 draw with Montenegro. However, this time, the Netherlands scored twice in the final minutes at home in a match played without fans due to COVID-19 restrictions to clinch their spot. The Netherlands has 23 points from ten matches at the top of the group, two points ahead of Turkey, which defeated Montenegro 2-1 and will head to the playoffs. Norway finished in third place with 18 points.