Netherlands edge past Serbia 2-1

Netherlands secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Serbia in Belgrade, giving Xavi his first win as a new head coach of the national team.

Meerdink gives Netherlands the lead

The visitors took the lead in the 30th minute when Mexx Meerdink scored from the penalty spot. However, Serbia responded immediately after half-time, with Luka Jovic equalising just a minute after coming off the bench.

Netherlands hold on for the win

Meerdink restored the Netherlands' lead, with his second goal in the 69th minute, after an assist from Guus Til. Serbia pushed for another equaliser in the closing stages, but the Dutch held on to claim all three points.

The victory gives the Netherlands four points from their two matches in Group A2, following their 1-1 draw with Germany.

Final score: Serbia 1-2 Netherlands 30' Meerdink (pen), 46' Jovic, 69' Meerdink