They were in the final three times, in 1974, 1978 and 2010, but lost each time.
Netherlands.
Netherlands
The Netherlands
The Netherlands played both finals; in 1974 and 1978 and lost both times.
So far, twice. In 1974 and 1978 and lost both times. 2010 could change that for them.
Spain has reached first time in world cup final 2010 and has WON whereas Netherland has reached three times in 1974, 1978 and 2010 and had lost three times.
Holland played the final match against Germany in 1978 (and lost).
Since moving from Brooklyn, New York to Los Angeles, the Dodgers have appeared in eight World Series -- in 1959, 1963, 1965, 1974, 1977, 1978, 1981 and 1988. They lost in 1974 to the Oakland A's, and in 1977 and 1978 to the New York Yankees.
Netherlands first participation was in 1934. The qualified in the following years - 1934, 38, 74, 78, 90, 94, 98, 2006, 2010. Total appearance including 2010 world cup is 9. The made it to world cup finals in 1974 (lost to Germany) and 1978 (lost to Argentina). The made the 2010 world cup final, the final has not been played yet at the writing of this answer.
Germany lost the world cup final in 1986 held in mexico
West Germany won the 1974 FIFA World Cup. They defeated Netherlands in the final match. This was West Germany's second World Cup title.