Van Gaal moves a step closer to return as Netherlands coach
3 years, 5 months ago

Van Gaal moves a step closer to return as Netherlands coach

The Hindu  

Louis van Gaal has moved a step closer to returning as Netherlands coach for a third time after meeting with Dutch football association officials to discuss the job, local media reported on Friday. De Boer resigned after Netherlands' Euro 2020 last-16 defeat to Czech Republic on June 27 and the KNVB said it would move swiftly to find a replacement, with the team set to resume their World Cup qualification campaign in September. FOLLOW OUR EURO 2020 COVERAGE Van Gaal, who officially retired in 2019 but stepped away from the game two years earlier after leaving Manchester United, had two previous spells at the helm of the national team. Van Gaal told Friday’s edition of L'Equipe that it would be a great honour to be approached to coach the Dutch again, though the French newspaper said the interview had been conducted before the KNVB opened negotiations.

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De Jong back in Netherlands squad for Nations League, no Depay or Ake
1 month, 2 weeks ago

De Jong back in Netherlands squad for Nations League, no Depay or Ake

The Hindu  

Midfielder Frenkie de Jong is back in the Netherlands squad and in line to play his first international in 14 months after being selected on Friday for this month’s Nations League matches against Hungary and Bosnia-Herzegovina. De Jong, who has struggled with an ankle injury, last competed for the Dutch in a European Championship qualifier against Ireland in Dublin in …

Frenkie de Jong returns to the Dutch national side for the first time in a year
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Frenkie de Jong returns to the Dutch national side for the first time in a year

NL Times  

Frenkie de Jong has returned to the Dutch national team after being absent for months. Manager Ronald Koeman has picked the player amongst his 25-man squad for the upcoming two matches in the UEFA Nations League, which will take place later this month. De Jong’s last appearance for the national side came on September 10 last year. Oranje is finishing …

World Cup 2023: Netherlands coach Ryan Cook says other teams approaching them after spirited campaign
1 year, 1 month ago

World Cup 2023: Netherlands coach Ryan Cook says other teams approaching them after spirited campaign

Firstpost  

After beating West Indies to qualify for the showpiece event alongside Sri Lanka, Netherlands have punched above their weight in the World Cup where they pulled off a stunning victory over South Africa. Bengaluru: Netherlands’ Ryan Cook on Saturday said fellow coaches of other teams have approached him to fit the Dutch into their cricket schedule after an eye-catching show …

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 – …

Van Gaal returns to struggling Ajax as adviser
1 year, 2 months ago

Van Gaal returns to struggling Ajax as adviser

The Hindu  

Ajax Amsterdam has hired its former head coach Louis van Gaal as an adviser, the Dutch club said on Tuesday, as it looks to end a string of disappointing results. RELATED | Manchester United risks early Champions League exit after Galatasaray defeat Van Gaal, 72, won three league championships and the 1995 Champions League as head coach of the Amsterdam …

Louis van Gaal's wife reveals he cried when Man United brutally sacked him
1 year, 11 months ago

Louis van Gaal's wife reveals he cried when Man United brutally sacked him

Daily Mail  

Louis van Gaal's wife has revealed the Dutch manager cried after his brutal sacking by Manchester United back in 2016. Louis van Gaal's wife has revealed that he cried after being sacked by Manchester United His dismissal came just two days after he guided Manchester United to glory in the FA Cup Truus van Gaal sensed that her husband was …

'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 …

With Van Gaal out, Koeman’s next in Dutch bench after FIFA World Cup exit - analysis
2 years ago

With Van Gaal out, Koeman’s next in Dutch bench after FIFA World Cup exit - analysis

The Hindu  

Now it’s Ronald Koeman’s turn to hop on the Netherlands’ coaching merry-go-round. A day after Louis Van Gaal’s third stint as Oranje coach ended with a penalty shootout defeat to Argentina in the World Cup quarterfinals, Koeman’s second term began Saturday. PERFORMANCE Dutch media and some fans reviewed Van Gaal’s team as if they were ballet critics, souring on the …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Virgil van Dijk NOT haunted by injury after missing out on Euro 2020
2 years, 3 months ago

Virgil van Dijk NOT haunted by injury after missing out on Euro 2020

Daily Mail  

Virgil van Dijk is refusing to 'focus' on not getting injured in the lead up to the World Cup this winter despite him missing Euro 2020, Holland's last major tournament. That serious injury ended his hopes of being involved in Euro 2020 but Van Dijk believes worrying about injuries means he is 'going to have issues'. Virgil van Dijk is …

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 …

Netherlands 'part ways' with coach Mark Parsons after disappointing Euro 2022 campaign
2 years, 4 months ago

Netherlands 'part ways' with coach Mark Parsons after disappointing Euro 2022 campaign

Firstpost  

The 2017 European champions were knocked out by France in the quarter-finals of the tournament that was eventually won by England. Mark Parsons will leave his position as Netherlands women’s coach following their disappointing exit from last month’s Euro 2022, the national football federation announced on Wednesday. “The KNVB and Mark Parsons have made a combined decision to part ways,” …

Parsons out as Dutch women’s football coach
2 years, 4 months ago

Parsons out as Dutch women’s football coach

NL Times  

Mark Parsons is stepping down as the national coach for the Dutch women’s football team. In May last year, Parsons was presented as the successor to Sarina Wiegman, with whom Oranje became European champion in 2017 and took second place in 2019. “In the run-up to and at the European Championships, the game and results were disappointing, and we cannot …

Van Gaal proud, critical of Oranje after late win in Wales; De Jong is “worth €112 million”
2 years, 6 months ago

Van Gaal proud, critical of Oranje after late win in Wales; De Jong is “worth €112 million”

NL Times  

Dutch men’s national football manager Louis van Gaal spoke to the press after the team’s 1-2 victory in Cardiff against Wales on Wednesday night. Van Gaal praised FC Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong and said that he is worth the hefty 112 million euro price tag is reportedly asking for him. De Jong has been linked to Manchester United, which …

'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 …

Ronald Koeman to Coach Dutch Team After World Cup
2 years, 8 months ago

Ronald Koeman to Coach Dutch Team After World Cup

News 18  

Ronald Koeman will retake the helm of the Dutch national team after the World Cup following a disappointing stint at Barcelona. IPL FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAP Louis van Gaal will coach the Netherlands through the World Cup but had already said he would not go beyond the tournament in Qatar, which ends …

Ronald Koeman to replace Louis van Gaal as Netherlands coach after 2022 Qatar World Cup
2 years, 8 months ago

Ronald Koeman to replace Louis van Gaal as Netherlands coach after 2022 Qatar World Cup

Firstpost  

Louis van Gaal announced at the weekend that he had been receiving treatment for prostate cancer for the last two years Former Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman will take over as Netherlands boss from Louis van Gaal after this year’s World Cup, the Dutch football federation said on Wednesday. Van Gaal announced at the weekend that he had been receiving treatment …

Louis Van Gaal gets support from football world after prostate cancer diagnosis
2 years, 8 months ago

Louis Van Gaal gets support from football world after prostate cancer diagnosis

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Holland skipper Virgil Van Dijk said he hopes his country can make …

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal diagnosed with prostate cancer
2 years, 8 months ago

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal diagnosed with prostate cancer

Firstpost  

The players “think I’m in good health but I’m not”, said Van Gaal, who began treatment last year after his diagnosis in 2020. “I’ve been through so much in my life, sickness and death, I’ve probably become richer as a person because of all those experiences.” Van Gaal, in his third term as head coach of the Dutch national side, …

Oranje coach Louis van Gaal has prostate cancer
2 years, 8 months ago

Oranje coach Louis van Gaal has prostate cancer

NL Times  

National football coach Louis van Gaal has been suffering from prostate cancer for some time, he announced on Sunday on the television program Humberto. That is, of course, not the case," said Van Gaal in Humberto Tan's program. Since the Humberto broadcast on Sunday evening, Van Gaal has received much support from clubs and people in the football world on …

Netherlands coach Van Gaal says he has prostate cancer
2 years, 8 months ago

Netherlands coach Van Gaal says he has prostate cancer

India TV News  

Netherlands national soccer team coach Louis van Gaal has revealed that he is being treated for an aggressive form of prostate cancer but still plans to lead the team at the World Cup in Qatar in November. Van Gaal told Sunday night Dutch talk show “Humberto” that players in the team did not know about his diagnosis even though he …

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 …

Netherlands head coach Luis van Gaal tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of Denmark friendly
2 years, 9 months ago

Netherlands head coach Luis van Gaal tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of Denmark friendly

Firstpost  

The KNVB did not say if the 70-year-old would be able to take his place on the bench for the Netherlands’ friendly against Denmark in Amsterdam on Saturday. Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal has tested positive for Covid after experiencing symptoms, the Dutch football association said on Tuesday. A spokesperson told the Dutch press agency ANP that Van Gaal had …

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 …

Jordan Teze Earns Surprise Call-up to Dutch Squad
2 years, 9 months ago

Jordan Teze Earns Surprise Call-up to Dutch Squad

News 18  

Jordan Teze has been handed a first call-up and Hans Hateboer added to the Netherlands squad as coach Louis van Gaal finalised his selection for this month’s friendlies against Denmark and Germany. PSV Eindhoven defender Teze, 22, is a surprise inclusion in the 28-man squad while Atalanta right back Hateboer has not played for the Dutch in the last two …

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: 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 …

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 …

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