Holland proved far too strong for Sweden on Wednesday as they eased to a 3-1 victory.

Van Persie brace helps Holland past Swedes

Holland proved far too strong for Sweden on Wednesday as they eased to a 3-1 victory. Having begun their 2010 World Cup qualifying campaign with maximum points from their three games so far, the Dutch appeared full of confidence. It did, however, take Bert van Marwijk's side 32 minutes to break the deadlock, with Arsenal striker Robin van Persie firing them in front. The Gunners ace was then among the goals once more four minutes after the interval, strengthening the home side's grip on proceedings. Kim Kallstrom did pull one back just a minute later, but Liverpool front-man Dirk Kuyt settled the contest when he grabbed a third in injury-time.