The Netherlands can book their place in the World Cup round of 32 with a victory over Tunisia on Friday night at Kansas City Stadium, but thunderstorms could disrupt the Group F finale. Ronald Koeman's squad currently sits atop the group and needs a win to maintain its push for first place.
Severe weather in the Kansas City area has raised the possibility of delays, according to Yahoo Sports. Both teams are preparing for a potentially interrupted match as storms move through the region.
For the Dutch, a win would secure advancement and keep them in pole position to win Group F. The group standings remain tight, and any dropped points could complicate their path to the knockout stage.
Tunisia, meanwhile, still has a mathematical chance to advance, but would likely need a win and other results to go their way. The weather adds an unpredictable variable to an already high-stakes encounter.
"We're focused on the football, but we have to be ready for anything," a team spokesperson said, reflecting the cautious mood ahead of kickoff.