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by Tarcísio Neri

Andries Jonker explains Vivianne Miedema’s call-up

Vivianne Miedema’s call-up to the Dutch national team was a big surprise. The 27-year-old striker’s name appeared on Monday’s list for the two games against Scotland in the UEFA Nations League. Andries Jonker explained his decision.

Vivianne Miedema tore her anterior cruciate ligament in December during the UEFA Champions League match against Olympique Lyonnais. Because of this, she was left out of the Women’s World Cup that took place in Australia and New Zealand. The return to the pitch is close for Vivianne Miedema.

“The chance of her playing against Scotland later this month is very slim. But in consultation with the Arsenal manager and Vivianne Miedema herself, we thought this was the best option. At Arsenal, all the players left for their respective national teams. Then she would train with about three players. In the Dutch team, she will be able to complete a full week of training” said Andries Jonker.

Still, Andries Jonker left the door ajar for Vivianne Miedema’s first appearance in the Dutch national team after thirteen months. If training goes well, returning remains a serious option.

“Maybe she can play a few minutes” said Andries Jonker.
For the UEFA Nations League, the Dutch team will play against Scotland on Friday, October 27, and the second game will be four days later.

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by Tarcísio Neri

Vivianne Miedema returns to the Dutch national team

The coach of the Dutch women’s team, Andries Jonker, announced the squad’s call-up for the two games against Scotland in the UEFA Nations League. The big highlight of this call-up is the return of Vivianne Miedema. The 27-year-old Arsenal striker is recovering from a serious knee injury.

Vivianne Miedema tore her anterior cruciate ligament in December during the UEFA Champions League match against Olympique Lyonnais. As a result, Vivianne Miedema missed the World Cup that was played in Australia and New Zealand. A comeback is now becoming possible for the Rotterdam-born center forward. However, the timing of the call-up is somewhat surprising because Vivianne Miedema is yet to return to play for Arsenal since her injury.

“I spoke to Vivianne Miedema and Arsenal and analyzed the possibilities. Vivianne Miedema trains with the Arsenal group and can also train with our group. If everything goes well, it is possible that I will use it in the matches against Scotland” said Andries Jonker.

For the UEFA Nations League, the Dutch team will play for the first time at home against Scotland, on Friday, October 27, and the return will be at Hampden Park four days later, in Scotland.

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