Preview: Austria vs. Netherlands Women’s Soccer Friendly

VIENNA (Interstat) — The Austria women’s national team will host the Netherlands in an international friendly on Thursday, April 16, 2026, with both sides seeking momentum after difficult ends to their 2025 campaigns.

The match, organized under the global Friendlies Women banner, will be played at a venue to be announced in Austria.

Austria enters with the statistical edge. According to Interstat’s ELO system, Austria is projected with a 57.00 percent probability to win. The organization’s game simulator predicts a 2-1 victory for the home side.

Recent form, however, presents a complex picture for both teams. Austria is looking to rebound from a heavy 4-0 away loss to Italy on Nov. 22, 2025. Their other results last season included a 2-2 draw in Belgium and a 6-0 defeat to Germany.

The Netherlands, a traditional European power, arrives in a rare slump. The Dutch were stunned 4-0 by South Africa at home in their most recent outing on Nov. 22, 2025. That result capped a challenging period that also saw lopsided losses to France (5-2) and England (4-0) last July, preceded by a 1-1 draw with Scotland.

Despite the Netherlands’ recent struggles, the historical pedigree of the Dutch side suggests a dangerous opponent capable of rapid improvement. The friendly provides a critical opportunity for the Netherlands to stabilize under pressure and find a positive result away from home.

For Austria, the match is a chance to validate statistical models with a statement victory against a renowned program and build confidence ahead of future competitive fixtures.

Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m. local time (1600 GMT).