What a night. We had early goals before (WC finals 1974 anyone?) and it hasn't always resulted in greatness. This time, things seem different. An early goal. Another goal in…
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After what can only be seen as the most electrifying transfer window ( Messi, Lukaku, C Ronaldo, Dumfries, Koopmeiners, Berghuis, Memphis, Luuk de Jong), the Dutch NT will commence their…
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In a period within which Dutch clubs are making their massive come-back onto the European front! Sure, everybody knows Ajax and PSV has also had some recent smaller successes in…
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In typical form, Louis van Gaal was presented at the KNVB centre in Zeist, along with his staff. As per usual, he couldn't help but show his bluster. "I am…
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After a bit of a break (and a lot of Olympics ! ) it's time to focus on football again. This weekend, the Eredivisie starts and so do some of…
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It's official. We knew this was going to happen for weeks of course, but in typical Louis style, he took the reins of this negotiations period and stamped his authority…
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And as the KNVB is closing in on a deal with a certain Louis van Gaal for his third stint as NT manager, the time seems right to focus on…
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Belgium actually had an open vacancy call for coaches, and Roberto Martinez wrote a nice letter. And got the job. Why not find out if there is someone out there,…
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It's tough to be a coach. Imagine, if Robben had lifted the ball an inch higher, Bert van Marwijk would have been an amazing coach! If Malen would have scored…
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I never did believe in angstgegners. It's all psychological. But I too start to believe that we seem to be Czech Mate a lot against these guys! And sure, a…
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It really shows that Van Dijk and Van Hecke need more playing time together, individually great players but man, in…
@Tjeerd, Thank you for posting the link; really good.
Good analysis. Thank you
Found this analysis of the game on the NYT's Athletic. Good read, free link. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7370754/2026/06/20/netherlands-sweden-result-world-cup-gakpo-brobbey/?unlocked_article_code=1.rlA.BC3V.DOzBkx-v3-RS&source=athletic_user_shared_gift_article_copylink&smid=url-share-ta
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The biggest change to this team will be the addition of Brobbey. That gives us a focal point in the…