FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Van Gaal confident of Netherlands World Cup qualification
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Van Gaal confident of Netherlands World Cup qualification

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal is confident his side will secure World Cup qualification in the next week, but warns their next match in Montenegro will be no easy assignment. Van Gaal is back for a third spell as the Dutch manager and since taking over has led his side on a five-match unbeaten run -- one draw followed by four victories -- and they are two points clear at the top of Group G. Van Gaal’s first game back was a 1-1 draw in September at Norway, who are second behind the Dutch and play them in Rotterdam next Tuesday in their final qualifier. “The individual quality is quite high among their players,” Van Gaal said of Montenegro. The Netherlands failed to qualify for the World Cup in Russia, but under Van Gaal were third in Brazil in 2014.

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IPL contract will be next level for Netherlands players after World Cup show: Coach Ryan Cook
1 year, 1 month ago

IPL contract will be next level for Netherlands players after World Cup show: Coach Ryan Cook

The Hindu  

The spirited Netherlands have given a good account of themselves in the World Cup and their coach Ryan Cook on Saturday hoped that some of the players might have evoked interest among the IPL franchises ahead of this year's auction. But even just any of the other leagues as well would be welcomed from the players' point of view – …

Netherlands take last qualifying spot for the 2023 World Cup, deny Scotland
1 year, 5 months ago

Netherlands take last qualifying spot for the 2023 World Cup, deny Scotland

Hindustan Times  

Netherlands beat Scotland by four wickets to qualify for the Cricket World Cup on Thursday. Netherlands players celebrate after beating Scotland to qualify for 2023 World Cup Sri Lanka had already claimed the other World Cup berth at the qualifying tournament in Zimbabwe. Netherlands finished on 278-6 to reach their fifth World Cup since their first appearance in 1996. Win …

Netherlands takes last qualifying spot for Cricket World Cup and denies Scotland
1 year, 5 months ago

Netherlands takes last qualifying spot for Cricket World Cup and denies Scotland

Live Mint  

Netherlands beat Scotland by four wickets to qualify for the Cricket World Cup on Thursday. Sri Lanka had already claimed the other World Cup berth at the qualifying tournament in Zimbabwe. Netherlands finished on 278-6 to reach their fifth World Cup since their first appearance in 1996. Win or lose, we would have been proud of the boys, the way …

'If they call me, I'll listen': Louis van Gaal hints at possible international comeback
2 years ago

'If they call me, I'll listen': Louis van Gaal hints at possible international comeback

Daily Mail  

Louis van Gaal has left the door open for a return to international coaching if the Portugal FA want to talk to him about their vacant manager's post. The Dutchman's third spell in charge of the Netherlands ended after their World Cup exit, with the side undefeated in normal time during Van Gaal's twenty matches in charge. Their exit came …

Louis van Gaal announces retirement after heartbreaking defeat to Argentina
2 years ago

Louis van Gaal announces retirement after heartbreaking defeat to Argentina

The Hindu  

The Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal bid farewell to his coaching career after a heartbreaking quarterfinal defeat to Argentina in the penalty shootout on Friday night. Van Gaal’s 20-match unbeaten streak since replacing Frank de Boer last summer came to end on Friday night when the Netherlands lost to Argentina in the quarterfinals. I do not know how many matches …

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal says exit on penalties 'incredibly painful'
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal says exit on penalties 'incredibly painful'

Firstpost  

Van Gaal was also coach of the Netherlands when they were beaten on penalties by Argentina in the semi-finals of the 2014 World Cup. Doha: Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal said his team’s loss to Argentina on penalties in the quarter-finals of the World Cup on Friday was “incredibly painful”. FIFA World Cup: Fixtures | Results | Points Table | …

'You Don’t Understand That Football is Evolving': Combative Louis van Gaal Takes on the Media
2 years ago

'You Don’t Understand That Football is Evolving': Combative Louis van Gaal Takes on the Media

News 18  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal went on the offensive on Thursday, defending his tactics, reputation and past history as he sparred with reporters in another bellicose performance ahead of his country’s World Cup quarter-final against Argentina. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden …

Van Gaal takes on media in spat over tactics ahead of FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina
2 years ago

Van Gaal takes on media in spat over tactics ahead of FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal went on the offensive on Thursday, defending his tactics, reputation and past history as he sparred with reporters in another bellicose performance ahead of his country’s FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Argentina. Van Gaal’s decision to abandon the traditional Dutch attacking approach and employ a counter-attack strategy has put many of his compatriots’ backs up …

Van Gaal: For Oranje, this is the real start to the World Cup
2 years ago

Van Gaal: For Oranje, this is the real start to the World Cup

NL Times  

The World Cup is really going to start for the Netherlands now, said national men’s football team manager Louis van Gaal on Thursday. "I obviously can’t say what he told me about Argentina," said Van Gaal, who worked with Schweinsteiger at Bayern Munich and Manchester United. That was the first time I thought about it differently and developed a different …

Holland stars and boss Louis van Gaal have day out on yacht as they prepare for Argentina clash
2 years ago

Holland stars and boss Louis van Gaal have day out on yacht as they prepare for Argentina clash

Daily Mail  

Preparing to take on one of football's greatest ever players would be a daunting prospect for many, but Holland's team are showing no signs of worry ahead of their World Cup quarter-final with Argentina. Despite Argentina being their toughest test to date in Qatar, Holland boss Louis van Gaal allowed his players some much-needed rest time ahead of the game, …

Louis van Gaal’s Netherlands are a tactical outlier at this World Cup
2 years ago

Louis van Gaal’s Netherlands are a tactical outlier at this World Cup

New York Times  

On the one hand, it was a game that came down to finishing. Louis van Gaal’s approach at this tournament is very familiar to anyone who watched his Netherlands side at the World Cup in 2014. Here’s one example of the midfield marking: Frenkie de Jong, Marten de Roon and Davy Klaassen simply picked up the nearest of the three …

Outspoken Louis van Gaal Eyes Emotional FIFA World Cup Run with Netherlands
2 years ago

Outspoken Louis van Gaal Eyes Emotional FIFA World Cup Run with Netherlands

News 18  

Louis van Gaal has his sights set on an emotional World Cup run as the outspoken Netherlands coach prepares for Saturday’s last 16 clash with the United States. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Van Gaal had been out of the …

Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at World Cup
2 years ago

Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at World Cup

The Hindu  

The Netherlands is on the verge of reaching the knockout stage at the World Cup and an overwhelming favorite in its final Group A match on Tuesday against host nation Qatar. Van Gaal said before the World Cup that the Netherlands can win it all, although few see this as one of the country's best teams. If you say ‘well, …

Van Gaal: Depay will not be risked for Netherlands vs Qatar clash
2 years ago

Van Gaal: Depay will not be risked for Netherlands vs Qatar clash

The Hindu  

Dutch striker Memphis Depay will not be rushed back into the starting line-up for the Netherlands’ final Group A match against host Qatar, manager Louis van Gaal said on Monday. Memphis has to deliver as well.” Van Gaal said he was more than happy to continue with Vincent Jansen in attack despite questions being raised about the pedigree of the …

Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at World Cup
2 years ago

Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — The Netherlands is on the verge of reaching the knockout stage at the World Cup and an overwhelming favorite in its final Group A match on Tuesday against host nation Qatar. Van Gaal said before the World Cup that the Netherlands can win it all, although few see this as one of the country’s best teams. If …

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at Qatar WC
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands under Van Gaal on cusp of advancing at Qatar WC

The Hindu  

The Netherlands is on the verge of reaching the knockout stage at the World Cup and an overwhelming favorite in its final Group A match on Tuesday against host nation Qatar. Van Gaal said before the World Cup that the Netherlands can win it all, although few see this as one of the country’s best teams. Earlier this year the …

Netherlands coach Van Gaal hugs reporter at World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Netherlands coach Van Gaal hugs reporter at World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Netherlands coach Louis Van Gaal was taken by surprise at a World Cup news conference Thursday when a Senegalese reporter told the Dutchman he was a longtime admirer. “I’m going to give you a big hug after this, because I like that you say this and I mean that seriously,” Van Gaal said through an interpreter. So …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal wants focus back on tournament after One Love debate
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal wants focus back on tournament after One Love debate

India Today  

Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal wants to put the One Love armband debate and other issues behind and focus on the World Cup ahead of their clash against Ecuador. Speaking to the reporters, as quoted by Reuters, Van Gaal said that he wanted to put a full stop to all the issues and focus on the World Cup and not …

Van Gaal learns from Germany and Argentina's losses at the World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Van Gaal learns from Germany and Argentina's losses at the World Cup

NL Times  

The surprising losses of Germany and Argentina at the World Cup against Japan and Saudi Arabia, respectively, have made Louis van Gaal and the Netherlands side sharper. Despite saying Senegal would be the toughest opponent, van Gaal now thinks Ecuador will be. In typical van Gaal fashion, he also did not answer whether Matthijs de Ligt or Jurrien Timber would …

Goals by Gakpo and Klaassen gives Oranje a winning start at the World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Goals by Gakpo and Klaassen gives Oranje a winning start at the World Cup

NL Times  

A header from PSV winger Cody Gakpo and a late goal by Davy Klaassen gave the Netherlands a winning start in their 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign. Oranje made a good start as Vincent Janssen’s clever pass found Cody Gakpo, but his cross was not accurate enough to reach Steven Bergwijn, who was ready to slide home. Frenkie de Jong …

Louis van Gaal ready for final roll of dice as he bids to finally end wait for a first World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Louis van Gaal ready for final roll of dice as he bids to finally end wait for a first World Cup

Daily Mail  

It is most likely the last dance for veteran boss Louis van Gaal in his third spell Louis van Gaal slipped effortlessly into his role as the wise old man of this World Cup, as he made a case for the Netherlands finally winning football's biggest prize and offered a few reasons why they might not. Holland boss Louis van …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands fans right to boycott Qatar tournament, says coach Louis van Gaal
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands fans right to boycott Qatar tournament, says coach Louis van Gaal

India Today  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal has said the Dutch fans who are planning to boycott the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar over human rights concerns are right in doing so. Only 3,000 Dutch fans are expected to travel to Qatar to support Virgil van Dijk's side during their World Cup campaign. Qatar has repeatedly denied allegations of exploitation of …

Netherlands at FIFA World Cup 2022: Squad analysis, starting XI, formation
2 years, 1 month ago

Netherlands at FIFA World Cup 2022: Squad analysis, starting XI, formation

The Hindu  

The fall for the Netherlands was sudden and steep. Louis Van Gaal was handed a third stint as manager following Frank De Boer’s sacking post the Euros exit to the Czech Republic. Thanks to the high-press, total football - the age-old tactics the Dutch are renowned for - Van Gaal’s team has registered a 15-game unbeaten streak. As teams like …

Netherlands FIFA World Cup 2022 Squad: Van Gaal announces 26-man team for Qatar WC
2 years, 1 month ago

Netherlands FIFA World Cup 2022 Squad: Van Gaal announces 26-man team for Qatar WC

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal included injured Barcelona forward Memphis Depay and uncapped teenager Xavi Simons in his 26-man squad for the World Cup, but left out veteran goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen. Xavi Simons, 19, has made a strong impression since his move from Paris St Germain to PSV Eindhoven this summer, scoring eight goals in 13 league matches. Van Gaal …

Louis van Gaal names Holland's World Cup squad, but has no room for Sven Botman or Ryan Gravenberch
2 years, 1 month ago

Louis van Gaal names Holland's World Cup squad, but has no room for Sven Botman or Ryan Gravenberch

Daily Mail  

Louis van Gaal has announced his Holland squad for the World Cup - but found no room for either Sven Botman or Ryan Gravenberch in his 26-man selection. In his 26-man squad, which was announced on Twitter on Friday, van Gaal has chosen to take PSV Eindhoven's rising star Xavi Simons. However, van Gaal has opted out of selecting Newcastle …

Can Netherlands exceed restrained expectations at World Cup 2022?
2 years, 1 month ago

Can Netherlands exceed restrained expectations at World Cup 2022?

Al Jazeera  

There is cautious optimism around this Dutch team after a string of impressive performances in the Nations League. Previous World Cup appearances: 10 Titles: 0 Best finish: Runners-up World Cup record: W27 D12 L11 Goals: 86 Biggest win: 5-0 vs South Korea Player to watch: Virgil van Dijk Ranking: 8 Fixtures: Senegal, Ecuador, Qatar As the Netherlands head to the …

Dutch coach Van Gaal goes in search of ‘penalty killer’ for 2022 Qatar World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Dutch coach Van Gaal goes in search of ‘penalty killer’ for 2022 Qatar World Cup

The Hindu  

The Netherlands will be testing its goalkeepers in a special penalty shootout training session this week with an eye on the World Cup later this year, coach Louis van Gaal said on Monday. But Van Gaal said a priority will be putting together the final touches for the World Cup in Qatar in November, where the Dutch play in Group …

Dutch football team no longer opening World Cup; Tinkering is “remarkable” says Van Gaal
2 years, 4 months ago

Dutch football team no longer opening World Cup; Tinkering is “remarkable” says Van Gaal

NL Times  

The men’s national football teams from the Netherlands and Senegal will no longer play the opening match of the World Cup. World football association FIFA adjusted the schedule so that the festivities at the start of the world championship would include the host nation’s team. Van Gaal: Change in World Cup schedule “remarkable” Dutch men’s national trainer Louis van Gaal …

'My team is not 100 percent yet': Van Gaal
2 years, 6 months ago

'My team is not 100 percent yet': Van Gaal

NL Times  

Despite a convincing 1-4 victory away against Belgium, the second-highest ranked national team in the world, Dutch men’s football manager Louis van Gaal has claimed that there is more to come from his Netherlands side. But we did for a long period: we are getting closer to the 100 percent,” he said after the Nations League match at King Baudouin …

Louis van Gaal insists treatment for aggressive prostate cancer has been successful
2 years, 8 months ago

Louis van Gaal insists treatment for aggressive prostate cancer has been successful

Daily Mail  

Holland coach Louis van Gaal says the treatment he has undergone for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has been successful. Van Gaal, in his third spell as Holland coach, is set to lead the side at the World Cup in Qatar later this year before being replaced by Ronald Koeman. Holland boss Louis van Gaal reveals his prostate cancer …

Dutch coach Van Gaal could return from COVID for Denmark match
2 years, 9 months ago

Dutch coach Van Gaal could return from COVID for Denmark match

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal will be released from COVID-19 isolation on Thursday if free of symptoms and be ready to sit on the bench for Saturday’s international against Denmark, the Dutch football association said on Wednesday. The 70-year-old Van Gaal tested positive for COVID on Tuesday and went into isolation, disrupting his plans to test a new tactical approach …

Dutch coach van Gaal criticises hosting World Cup in Qatar
2 years, 9 months ago

Dutch coach van Gaal criticises hosting World Cup in Qatar

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal said it was ridiculous that this year’s World Cup was being played in Qatar, accusing FIFA of taking the tournament to the Middle East emirate for money and commercial reasons. Van Gaal said the world football governing body's reasons for awarding the finals to Qatar, where his side will be competing at the Nov. 21-Dec. …

Dutch football coach calls Qatar World Cup "ridiculous"; Satisfied with successor
2 years, 9 months ago

Dutch football coach calls Qatar World Cup "ridiculous"; Satisfied with successor

NL Times  

Louis van Gaal thinks it is "ridiculous" that the World Cup is being organized in Qatar. He also said he understands why the KNVB decided to appoint Ronald Koeman the new Oranje coach. "Everyone knows that I think it's ridiculous that the World Cup is there," Van Gaal said about Qatar. Van Gaal will retire as national coach at the …

Netherlands coach Van Gaal says Qatar World Cup ‘ridiculous’
2 years, 9 months ago

Netherlands coach Van Gaal says Qatar World Cup ‘ridiculous’

Associated Press  

AMSTERDAM — Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal believes it is “ridiculous” the World Cup is being played in Qatar. The finalists discover on April 1 who they will be playing at the Nov. 21-Dec. 18 tournament that is one of the most controversial hosting selections in FIFA’s history. —- to develop football there,” Van Gaal said on Monday, “and you …

World Cup Qualifiers: Dutch head back to World Cup; playoffs for Turkey, Ukraine
3 years, 1 month ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Dutch head back to World Cup; playoffs for Turkey, Ukraine

The Hindu  

The Netherlands will be back at the World Cup after an eight-year gap, forcing Norway star Erling Haaland to wait until at least 2026 to make his debut on the biggest stage. The Czechs, who beat visiting Estonia 2-0, placed third in the group and take one of the two playoffs entries for teams that won a Nations League group …

World Cup: Oranje without keeper Bijlow in “can’t lose” match against Norway
3 years, 1 month ago

World Cup: Oranje without keeper Bijlow in “can’t lose” match against Norway

NL Times  

The Dutch national team knows where it stands when it kicks off in an empty Kuip stadium at 8:45 p.m. for the decisive game against Norway in the World Cup qualifier. A draw is enough for a ticket to the World Cup at the end of next year in Qatar, unless Turkey wins by 14 goals difference against Montenegro. Louis …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Coach Louis van Gaal injures hip ahead of Netherlands' crucial game against Norway
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Coach Louis van Gaal injures hip ahead of Netherlands' crucial game against Norway

Firstpost  

The 70-year-old coach said he can still do his job despite falling and hurting himself on Sunday. Zeist, Netherlands: The Netherlands has an unexpected injury to contend with ahead of the team’s crucial World Cup qualifying match against Norway: Coach Louis van Gaal hurt his hip in a fall and had to be driven to training Monday in a golf …

Dutchman Van Gaal falls off bike ahead of vital World Cup qualifier
3 years, 1 month ago

Dutchman Van Gaal falls off bike ahead of vital World Cup qualifier

The Hindu  

Veteran Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal suffered a hip injury when he fell off his bicycle on Sunday but will be able to coach his team in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Norway in Rotterdam. READ: World Cup Qualifiers: Serbia shocks Portugal to join Spain, Croatia at 2022 World Cup "Physically I'm not good, but the brain is still working. …

Oranje stunned with Montenegro draw; Additional point needed in World Cup qualifiers
3 years, 1 month ago

Oranje stunned with Montenegro draw; Additional point needed in World Cup qualifiers

NL Times  

Before the match of Oranje against Montengeo, head coach of the Dutch football team Louis van Gaal waved cheerfully to the crowd. "De Vrij was injured and Wijnaldum and Danjuma were not longer fit and Frenkie de Jong also asked for a substitution," Van Gaal said. "In principle, it can't go wrong anymore," Van Gaal said before the game. Oranje …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Dutch call up trio of replacements
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Dutch call up trio of replacements

The Hindu  

Goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen and Tottenham Hotspur striker Steven Bergwijn are among three replacements called up to the Netherlands squad for its decisive World Cup Qualifiers over the next week, the Dutch football association KNVB said. READ : FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Spain picks Méndez to replace Pino The Valencia goalkeeper has since not been called up by new coach Louis …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Krul dropped from Netherlands squad
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Krul dropped from Netherlands squad

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal dropped long-time back-up goalkeeper Tim Krul as he named a 24-player squad on Friday for this month’s decisive World Cup qualifiers. He was famously brought on by Van Gaal one minute before the end of extra time against Costa Rica in the 2014 World Cup quarterfinal, specifically for his penalty-stopping ability in the shootout, where …

World Cup Qualifiers: Netherlands and Germany battle to earn victories
3 years, 2 months ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Netherlands and Germany battle to earn victories

The Hindu  

The Netherlands is back in control of its World Cup qualifying group but hardly in convincing style. GROUP G The Netherlands' win over Latvia, sealed by midfielder Klaassen's eighth international goal, stretched the Dutch lead at the top of the group to close in on a return to the World Cup after failing to qualify in 2018. Russia's new coach, …

Van Gaal concerned over Wijnaldum’s lack of game time at PSG
3 years, 2 months ago

Van Gaal concerned over Wijnaldum’s lack of game time at PSG

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal expressed concern that midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum had not been able to bed down a regular berth at his new club Paris Saint Germain. "Of course I'm worried," Van Gaal said on Monday at a news conference ahead of the latest round of World Cup qualifiers. “I’ve already talked to him about that when he arrived.” …

Donny Van de Beek left out of Holland squad for World Cup qualifiers by Louis van Gaal
3 years, 2 months ago

Donny Van de Beek left out of Holland squad for World Cup qualifiers by Louis van Gaal

Daily Mail  

Donny Van de Beek's hopes of impressing potential suitors during the upcoming international window have been dashed by Holland manager Louis Van Gaal, who has omitted the Manchester United outcast from his squad for games against Latvia and Gibraltar. Van de Beek last played for the Oranje in March, when he came off the bench and scored in Holland's 7-0 …

Van Gaal names two new faces in Dutch squad
3 years, 2 months ago

Van Gaal names two new faces in Dutch squad

The Hindu  

German-based goalkeeper Mark Flekken and Club Brugge attacker Noa Lang were handed first call-ups by the Netherlands as coach Louis van Gaal on Friday, included them in his squad for World Cup qualifiers against Latvia and Gibraltar this month. Flekken was largely unknown to the Dutch having spent his entire career in Germany, but his recent performances for Freiburg have …

World Cup qualifier: Haaland scores as Norway holds Netherlands to 1-1 draw
3 years, 3 months ago

World Cup qualifier: Haaland scores as Norway holds Netherlands to 1-1 draw

The Hindu  

Erling Haaland spoiled Louis van Gaal's return as Netherlands coach, scoring the opening goal, as Norway held the Dutch to a 1-1 draw in World Cup qualification Group G. Haaland's 20th-minute strike on Wednesday was cancelled out by Netherlands midfielder Davy Klaassen in front of 7,000 fans at Oslo's Ullevaal Stadium. The qualifier was the first for the Netherlands since …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Back to business for Italy and new-look Germany as qualifying resumes
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2022: Back to business for Italy and new-look Germany as qualifying resumes

Firstpost  

Italy are unbeaten in 34 games - including winning their first three qualifiers for Qatar back in March – and now they face three more matches in eight days with a trip to Switzerland and a home meeting with Lithuania also on the agenda. “As a national team we can still improve between now and the World Cup, but first …

Van de Beek dropped by Dutch for World Cup qualifiers
3 years, 3 months ago

Van de Beek dropped by Dutch for World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Netherlands midfielder Donny van de Beek has been dropped from new coach Louis van Gaal's squad for next week’s World Cup qualifiers but Steven Bergwijn and Denzel Dumfries are recalled. Van Gaal said he was only selecting players who had played this season and had gained match fitness and the 24-year-old Van de Beek had not yet featured for Manchester …

World Cup Qualifiers: Virgil Van Dijk returns as Van Gaal names 25-man Netherlands squad
3 years, 3 months ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Virgil Van Dijk returns as Van Gaal names 25-man Netherlands squad

The Hindu  

New Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal announced his 25-man squad for the World Cup qualifiers, with Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk returning after a long-term knee injury. He also recalled Steven Bergwijn to his squad Friday for three World Cup qualifiers after the Tottenham winger's strong start to the Premier League season. The Netherlands, a three-time World Cup finalist that …

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