How to watch England v Netherlands: Live streams and TV details for U21 European Championship clash

England Under-21 captain James McAtee scored the opener in the 3-1 win over Spain in the quarter-finals
England Under-21 captain James McAtee scored the opener in the 3-1 win over Spain in the quarter-finals (Image credit: Getty Images)

England's Under-21 side are in action on Wednesday evening, as they take on the Netherlands for a place in the final of the UEFA Under-21 European Championships.

Lee Carsley's side beat Spain 3-1 to reach this stage, thanks to goals from James McAtee, Harvey Elliott and Elliot Anderson. Here's how you can watch the game live.

England U21 v Netherlands U21 match info

Date: Wednesday, June 25

► Kick-off time: 8pm BST

► Venue: Tehelne Pole

► Free stream: Channel 4 (UK and Ireland)

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The Three Lions were in inspired form as they beat Spain 3-1 to reach the semi-final stage. Goals from McAtee, Elliott and Anderson should the young Lions dominance, as they look to book their place in the final of the competition.

“This can’t be our final, this can’t be the highlight of our competition.” manager Lee Carsley said after the match against Spain. “There’s better nights to come and it’s good now that we have an extra day to recover. We are looking forward to the next game.”

One draw, one loss and one win completed England's group-stage endeavours, before they turned up the heat with victory over Spain on Saturday evening.

As for the Netherlands, it is a mirror of results, having gained the same amount of points as England to finish second in Group D behind eventual winners Denmark.

They then beat Portugal 1-0 at the weekend thanks to Ernest Poku's strike. Michael Reiziger's side also played the majority of the contest with ten men, with Ruben van Bommel, son of Mark van Bommel, sent off after just 21 minutes played.

Can I watch England U21 vs Netherlands U21 in the UK?

England vs Netherlands will be shown live and free for viewers in the UK and Ireland on Channel 4.

My 4 provides an online viewing platform for fans not in front of their TV screens.

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How to watch England U21 vs Netherlands U21 in the US

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Matthew Holt

Matthew Holt writes freelance for FourFourTwo, amongst others, and boasts previous experience at GOAL and SPORTBible. He now works with us alongside his time at Manchester United and Reach PLC, aiding with online content for the website. Career highs include working at the FA Cup final, as well as scoring at Old Trafford in front of the Stretford End. A long-term sufferer of his beloved Scunthorpe United, he is often seen on the padel court, as well as occasionally as a six-a-side call-up.

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