Netherlands suffered a surprise 1-0 defeat to Algeria in an International Friendly on 3 June, despite dominating possession and creating significantly more chances. The hosts pressed aggressively in a 4-3-3 formation, registering 17 shots and 6 on target, accumulating an expected goals figure of 1.73, yet failed to convert their superiority into goals. Algeria, operating in an identical 4-3-3 setup, absorbed the Dutch pressure and capitalised on limited opportunities, managing just 8 shots with 2 on target and an xG of 0.49. The visiting goalkeeper proved crucial, recording a 50 per cent save rate despite conceding 1.0 post-shot expected goals, highlighting clinical finishing from their single chance. Referee Jakob Semler oversaw proceedings as the Netherlands' wasteful finishing proved costly against a disciplined defensive unit. This result underscores Algeria's efficiency in transition play against a side struggling to break down compact defending.