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 2022 World Cup in Qatar, expectations amongst fans are more restrained than in previous tournaments. The nation also appears behind manager Louis Van Gaal who led them to the World Cup 2014 final after it was revealed he was receiving treatment for prostate cancer. In the 1990s, a new generation of Dutch stars that included Patrick Kluivert, Clarence Seedorf and Dennis Bergkamp jettisoned the Netherlands to a series of impressive but ultimately disappointing World Cup campaigns. Four years later, a tactically astute Dutch team oscillated between free-scoring attacking tactics that resulted in Robin Van Persie’s famous lobbed header in a 5-1 rout of Spain and careful defensive displays that saw them eke out two goalless draws resulted in a third-place finish.

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Dutch find their rhythm to reach first Euro quarters since 2008
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Dutch find their rhythm to reach first Euro quarters since 2008

China Daily  

Donyell Malen of the Netherlands celebrates scoring his side's third goal in its Euro 2024 round-of-16 win over Romania in Munich, Germany, on Tuesday. The Dutch team reached its first European Championship quarterfinal in 16 years with a 3-0 win over Romania on Tuesday, delivering its best Euro 2024 performance so far in the process. Cody Gakpo broke the deadlock …

Netherlands announce squad for T20 World Cup 2024, Roelof van der Merwe unavailable for selection
7 months, 1 week ago

Netherlands announce squad for T20 World Cup 2024, Roelof van der Merwe unavailable for selection

India TV News  

Veteran all-rounder Roelof van der Merwe and experienced Colin Ackermann are not a part of the Netherlands squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup to be played in the West Indies and the USA. Scott Edwards has once again been appointed the captain of the side with Fred Klaasen, Bas de Leede, Wesley Barresi being among the key players of …

Netherlands punch above their weight in World Cup 2023, deliver resounding wake-up call to ICC
1 year, 1 month ago

Netherlands punch above their weight in World Cup 2023, deliver resounding wake-up call to ICC

Hindustan Times  

Netherlands have played 122 One-Day Internationals, of which 77 have been against the 12 Test-playing nations. They then played in every World Cup between 2003 and 2011, but coming into the 2023 edition, they had only two victories in 20 matches – against Namibia in 2003 and Scotland four years later. Against this backdrop, how do teams like Netherlands and …

World Cup 2023: With Champions Trophy qualification in sight, Netherlands target watchful approach against Afghanistan
1 year, 1 month ago

World Cup 2023: With Champions Trophy qualification in sight, Netherlands target watchful approach against Afghanistan

The Hindu  

The 2023 ODI World Cup has been a mighty important one for the Netherlands, with wins against South Africa and Bangladesh proving – to the world and itself – that it belongs on the biggest stage. It just takes two guys to form a good partnership and we’ll set up a very good score,” said Ackermann. On Friday, the out-of-sorts …

World Cup 2023: Netherlands team preview, squad, key players, form and prediction
1 year, 2 months ago

World Cup 2023: Netherlands team preview, squad, key players, form and prediction

The Hindu  

For the Netherlands, at the World Cup, the prize lies in participation. Their hopes will hinge a lot on their batting line-up, led by skipper and wicket-keeper Scott Edwards, who has been the side’s top-scorer over the last three years. Adding heft to the batting unit will be opener Vikramjit Singh, who top-scored for the side in the World Cup …

ODI World Cup 2023: De Leede a key figure for optimistic Netherlands, aiming to make a mark
1 year, 2 months ago

ODI World Cup 2023: De Leede a key figure for optimistic Netherlands, aiming to make a mark

The Hindu  

De Leede is a noted surname in Dutch cricket. Tim, the father, played three World Cups for the Netherlands – in 1996, 2003 and 2007 – and was part of the only two match victories at the quadrennial extravaganza. “Just being here and feeling the energy is pretty cool,” Bas told Sportstar during Netherlands’ preparatory camp here. At the 2022 …

FIFA World Cup 2022 was rigged to help Messi, Argentina win - Van Gaal; Van Dijk disagrees
1 year, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 was rigged to help Messi, Argentina win - Van Gaal; Van Dijk disagrees

The Hindu  

Netherlands defender Virgil van Dijk expressed his disagreement with the statement made by his former international manager Louis van Gaal about how the 2022 FIFA World Cup was rigged in order to help Lionel Messi win it. When you see how Argentina gets the goals and how we get the goals, and how some Argentina players overstepped the mark and …

Netherlands coach Jonker pleased with ‘dream scenario’ after Vietnam rout in WWC 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

Netherlands coach Jonker pleased with ‘dream scenario’ after Vietnam rout in WWC 2023

The Hindu  

Netherlands coach Andries Jonker was delighted to see his team overcome its scoring woes after it claimed the coveted top spot in Group E and powered into the Women’s World Cup last 16 with a 7-0 hammering of Vietnam on Tuesday. 🇳🇱🔜 Through to the Round of 16!#FIFAWWC | #BeyondGreatness — FIFA Women's World Cup August 1, 2023 “In the …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Dutch squad has put training pitch woes behind it, says Jonker
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Dutch squad has put training pitch woes behind it, says Jonker

The Hindu  

Netherlands has put aside its training pitch troubles to concentrate on its opening match of the Women’s World Cup against debutant Portugal on Sunday, coach Andries Jonker said. Jonker had blasted FIFA on Wednesday, calling the global football federation “amateurish” for the poor pitch his ninth-ranked squad was given for training. We’re going to play football now.” READ | FIFA …

Dutch women's footballers hope to avenge 2019 loss to U.S. when World Cup kicks off
1 year, 5 months ago

Dutch women's footballers hope to avenge 2019 loss to U.S. when World Cup kicks off

NL Times  

The Netherlands will kick off their World Cup campaign on July 23 against Portugal in the Forsyth Barr stadium in New Zealand. Andries Jonker’s side will be hoping to avenge their 2019 loss in the final to the U.S. Their job will be much more challenging without star player Vivianne Miedema, sidelined with an ACL tear. Roord scored a 92nd-minute …

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 keeps ODI World Cup 2023 hopes alive with Oman win
1 year, 5 months ago

Netherlands keeps ODI World Cup 2023 hopes alive with Oman win

The Hindu  

The Netherlands kept its bid to qualify for the Cricket World Cup alive as Vikramjit Singh’s hundred set up a comfortable victory over Oman on Monday. Singh’s maiden One-Day International ton and Wesley Barresi’s 65-ball 97 helped the Netherlands rack up 362 for seven from 48 overs after being put in to bat first in a weather-affected match. Oman never …

ICC World Cup 2023 Qualifiers: Netherlands keep hopes alive with crucial super sixes win over Oman
1 year, 5 months ago

ICC World Cup 2023 Qualifiers: Netherlands keep hopes alive with crucial super sixes win over Oman

India Today  

Netherlands kept their hopes for qualifying for this year's ODI World Cup in India alive with a 74-run win over Oman in the Super Sixes stage of the World Cup Qualifiers on Monday. With this win, the Netherlands keep their hopes of qualifying for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup alive. Vikramjit Singh's stupendous century and Wesley Barresi's aggressive innings …

Netherlands aims to turn ‘dream a reality’ after 2019 runners-up finish
1 year, 6 months ago

Netherlands aims to turn ‘dream a reality’ after 2019 runners-up finish

The Hindu  

Lieke Martens said the Netherlands has its sights set on its maiden Women’s World Cup glory as the forward prepares to play for the third time at the showpiece event, which gets underway in Australia and New Zealand next month. Martens, who won three successive league titles and the Champions League during her time at Barcelona, helped her county win …

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 | …

Netherlands vs Argentina, World Cup 2022 quarterfinal in pictures: Lautaro scores winning penalty as ARG qualifies for semis
2 years ago

Netherlands vs Argentina, World Cup 2022 quarterfinal in pictures: Lautaro scores winning penalty as ARG qualifies for semis

The Hindu  

Lionel Messi of Argentina warms up prior to the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarter final match between Netherlands and Argentina at Lusail Stadium. Nahuel Molina of Argentina celebrates after scoring the team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarter final match between Netherlands and Argentina at Lusail Stadium. Lionel Messi of Argentina celebrates after scoring the …

'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 …

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 …

The Netherlands ‘improving every game’ at FIFA World Cup after seeing off USA
2 years ago

The Netherlands ‘improving every game’ at FIFA World Cup after seeing off USA

The Hindu  

The Netherlands is growing in confidence at the FIFA World Cup 2022 and getting better with every game, star forward Cody Gakpo said Saturday after the Dutch side put some underwhelming group-stage performances behind them to beat the USA and ease into the quarterfinals. “We’re growing in the tournament, we’re improving every game and this was another step,” said Gakpo, …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Who will Netherlands play in the quarterfinals?
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Who will Netherlands play in the quarterfinals?

The Hindu  

Netherlands became the first team to qualify for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 quarterfinals after it beat the United States of America 3-1 at the Khalifa International Stadium on Saturday. After missing on the 2018 edition of the FIFA World Cup, Netherlands qualified as the topper from Group A, in Qatar, and will play the quarterfinal on December 10. …

Netherlands 3-1 USA round of 16 HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: All-round show from Dumfries sends Dutch team to quarterfinals
2 years ago

Netherlands 3-1 USA round of 16 HIGHLIGHTS, FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: All-round show from Dumfries sends Dutch team to quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s HIGHLIGHTS of the FIFA World Cup 2022 round of 16 clash between Netherlands and USA. 69’ Dumfries with a cross from the right side of the USA box, Zimmerman clears it at the near post before it could reach Depay who was in position for a tap-in. READ: FIFA World Cup VAR, referee calls, controversies in Qatar …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, Netherlands Eye Quarters as Last 16 Kicks Off
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, Netherlands Eye Quarters as Last 16 Kicks Off

News 18  

Australia take on Lionel Messi’s Argentina in a David v Goliath World Cup showdown while the United States look to ambush the Netherlands as the World Cup knockout rounds get under way on Saturday. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Coach …

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 …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Down Qatar 2-0 to Progress to Knockout Round
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Down Qatar 2-0 to Progress to Knockout Round

News 18  

The Netherlands finished off the worst showing by any World Cup host nation by beating Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Cody Gakpo put the Netherlands ahead midway through the first half with his third goal in …

Netherlands beats Qatar 2-0 to seal FIFA World Cup knockout spot
2 years ago

Netherlands beats Qatar 2-0 to seal FIFA World Cup knockout spot

The Hindu  

The Netherlands finished off the worst showing by any World Cup host nation by beating Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday. Cody Gakpo put the Netherlands ahead midway through the first half with his third goal in as many matches and Frenkie de Jong doubled the advantage five minutes into the second half. The Netherlands is a three-time runner-up at the World …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Netherlands beats host Qatar 2-0 to reach World Cup knockouts
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Netherlands beats host Qatar 2-0 to reach World Cup knockouts

The Hindu  

The Netherlands finished off the worst showing by any World Cup host nation by beating Qatar 2-0 on Tuesday. The Dutch advanced to the round of 16 while the Qataris, who were already eliminated, became the first host in the FIFA World Cup history to lose all three of its group matches. Cody Gakpo’s 26th-minute strike gave the Netherlands a …

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, …

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 …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Ecuador Hold Netherlands For 1-1 Draw; Hosts Qatar Crash Out of Tournament
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Ecuador Hold Netherlands For 1-1 Draw; Hosts Qatar Crash Out of Tournament

News 18  

Cody Gakpo scored again at the World Cup but the Netherlands missed the chance to secure a place in the last 16 on Friday as they were held to a 1-1 draw by a battling Ecuador, a result which eliminated host nation Qatar. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 …

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 …

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands 'must do better' despite beating Senegal, says Virgil van Dijk
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands 'must do better' despite beating Senegal, says Virgil van Dijk

Firstpost  

Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk was making his major tournament debut on the occasion of his 50th cap Doha: Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk admitted that his side had considerable room for improvement despite opening their World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win over African champions Senegal on Monday. FIFA World Cup: Fixtures | Results | Points Table | Squads …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Sink Senegal 2-0 as Cody Gakpo and Davy Klaassen Strike
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Netherlands Sink Senegal 2-0 as Cody Gakpo and Davy Klaassen Strike

News 18  

The Netherlands surprised Senegal with two quick goals in the second half of their opening match in Doha on Monday. The Dutch managed to emerge victorious in a tightly contested match as their African counterparts showed resilience through 90 minutes. Cody Gakpo scored towards the end of playtime while substitute Davy Klaassen netted home the second one in injury time …

Senegal 0-2 Netherlands highlights, FIFA World Cup: Gakpo and Klassen score, Qatar 2022 WC updates
2 years, 1 month ago

Senegal 0-2 Netherlands highlights, FIFA World Cup: Gakpo and Klassen score, Qatar 2022 WC updates

The Hindu  

BIG SAVE FROM NOPPERT! FOLLOW THE SENEGAL VS NETHERLANDS MATCH UPDATES HERE: Senegal 0-0 Netherlands LIVE score It all remains goalless at the end of the first-half between the Netherlands and Senegal in the FIFA World Cup 2022 match in Qatar. | Photo Credit: AFP Senegal vs Netherlands talking points: The Netherlands has never lost its opening group stage match …

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 …

They have the talent, but will the Dutch finally achieve the ultimate glory?
2 years, 1 month ago

They have the talent, but will the Dutch finally achieve the ultimate glory?

The Hindu  

With the 2022 FIFA World Cup all set to kick off in Qatar on November 20, The Hindu analyses the teams and groups. Qatar needs to get its act together if it does not wish to be clubbed with South Africa as the second host to be eliminated in the group league stage. With a relatively easy group stage, 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 …

Little enthusiasm among Dutch for World Cup as Oranje heads to Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

Little enthusiasm among Dutch for World Cup as Oranje heads to Qatar

NL Times  

With the FIFA World Cup about to start in Qatar, football enthusiasm hasn’t reached the Netherlands yet. Among Oranje fans, the enthusiasm for the World Cup is not much greater, with only 20 percent saying they’re looking forward to it. “It’s on my mind, but mainly in a negative sense,” one respondent told EenVandaag Another said: “At this World Cup, …

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 …

T20 World Cup: Netherlands achieve historical feat following end of Super 12 stage
2 years, 1 month ago

T20 World Cup: Netherlands achieve historical feat following end of Super 12 stage

India TV News  

T20 World Cup: The T20 World Cup 2022 has displayed a series of surprises and shocking results. With their win against Proteas and Pakistan and India's win in their final Super 12 games, the Dutch side has achieved a mammoth feat in the T20 World Cup 2022. The Netherlands side has received an automatic entry in the ICC Men's 2024 …

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 …

'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 …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group A: What to expect with Netherlands and Senegal in pool
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group A: What to expect with Netherlands and Senegal in pool

The Hindu  

FIFA World Cup 2022 Group A has shaped up as a tough pool after the draw, with Senegal, the recently crowned champion of Africa and European football powerhouse, Netherlands in the same pool. Manager: Felix Sanchez Qatar's World Cup record: N/A Ecuador This will be Ecuador’s fourth World Cup appearance in its history, with its last appearance coming in 2014. …

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Dutch Have Easier Draw Than in 2014, Says Louis Van Gaal
2 years, 8 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Dutch Have Easier Draw Than in 2014, Says Louis Van Gaal

News 18  

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal said that the Dutch had received a kinder World Cup draw than their last appearance in the finals in 2014. “It is a better draw than 2014, but that means nothing,” the Dutch coach told the NOS public broadcaster. “We will still prepare ourselves well.” Van Gaal, who stirred controversy this month when he said …

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. …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Late goals help Dutch book place at mega event, Turkey, Ukraine into play-offs
3 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qualifiers: Late goals help Dutch book place at mega event, Turkey, Ukraine into play-offs

Firstpost  

The Netherlands join Belgium, England, Germany, Denmark, France, Croatia, Switzerland, Spain and Serbia to have qualified directly from Europe. The Netherlands clinched the final automatic place in European qualifying for the 2022 World Cup as late goals from Steven Bergwijn and Memphis Depay sealed a 2-0 win over Norway on Tuesday, with Turkey and Ukraine grabbing play-off spots. I can’t …

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 …

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