Topics: Spain, Netherlands, International Friendly, Live Stream, TV Schedules, Live Scores, World Cup 2014, FIFA World Cup 2014
A lot has changed in four years for the Dutch; meanwhile Spain has continued winning. Can the Dutch cause an upset?

The Netherlands plays Spain in the biggest encounter yet in the World Cup. The two contested a hot tempered final in South Africa in 2010, with Spain edging the Dutch in extra time, 1-0. Andres Iniesta was the hero on that day. He has returned along with more former heroes such as Iker Casillas, who kept Spain in the match by standing between Arjen Robben and two World Cup final goals, Xavi Hernandez, Cesc Fabregas and David Villa amongst others. There are of course the new batch of players ready to be influential, such as Koke of Atletico Madrid.

Spain continued their winning ways following the 2010 World Cup, claiming the Euros in 2012 and reaching the Confederation Cup final in 2013. The Dutch were knocked out in the group stages of the Euros; Bert Van Marwijk perhaps knew he could not go further with his team using his pragmatic approach. Louis Van Gaal, one of the most expansive and outspoken managers in football, took charge. Obviously, he changed the way the Dutch play. He is set to go into this tournament with a 5-3-2 formation.

He is sure his team is set for a deep run in the tournament. This is what he had to say according to goal.com:

"You have to enjoy yourself. You can’t be serious all the time. You have to release the tension. Cope with the pressure. We have five weeks here. Make no mistake: we will be here for five weeks."

Van Gaal's track record when it comes to surprises is quite good. He took Bayern to their first UEFA Champions League final in nine years and also set up much of the team which went on to win the treble in the 2012-13 season under Jupp Heynckes. Van Gaal is under no illusions regarding the challenge awaiting him despite his confidence:

"Spanish football might be the best in the world, with the physical and technical sides all linked up. I like the dedication of the Spanish players. They are ranked No.1. We are ranked No.15. We have to play a compact game against them."

Meanwhile, Spain's coach, Vicente Del Bosque, has rubbished claims that Spain are past their prime. This is what he had to say according to FIFA.com:

"We have a mature team and young players. We are not afraid of anything and we are in our prime. I don't have any fear for the future either because we have an under-21 team that are winning things and there are plenty of replacements that will ensure a bright future."

Will the Dutch find a way past the World Champions this time?

UPDATE - Starting 11 for Spain vs Netherlands announced

Where to watch the match: Live Streams, Live Scores, Start Times, TV Channels

Watch Spain vs Netherlands live on Friday, May 13, 2014: 

In the USA at 15:00 ET on the following platforms:

In CANADA at 15:00 ET on the following platforms:

In the UK at 20:00 BST on the following platforms:

In the AUSTRALIA watch the match on the following platforms:

For the complete TV listings and live scores upon kick-off, visit the Spain-Netherlands match page.

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