Eredivisie Sides learn Europa League Fate
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 18th, 2014 09:25 PM | No Comment
A victory against Aberdeen will see Groningen go on to face Real Sociedad of Spain, whilst PSV await the winners of the match between Blotev Plovdiv of Bulgaria and Sankt Pölten of Austria.
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Clubs Step Up Chase For de Vrij
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 15th, 2014 06:17 PM | 4 Comments
After impressing a great deal for the Oranje during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, several clubs are in hot pursuit of the highly-rated defender, with England's Manchester United and Italy's Lazio leading the way.
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A World Cup to Remember for Robben
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 13th, 2014 03:49 PM | 3 Comments
Saturday's victory against hosts Brazil ensured that the Oranje would go home with at least a Bronze medal to show for their efforts. Key to their run to the semifinal was Arjen Robben who was in fine form for the ...
Robben and Depay Up for Awards
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 12th, 2014 05:06 PM | No Comment
With the World Cup set to come to a close on Sunday, FIFA have nominated Arjen Robben for the Golden Ball Award, and Memphis Depay for Best Young Player Award.
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A Cruel Way to Go, But Heads Held High
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 10th, 2014 05:10 PM | No Comment
Wednesday night's elimination at the hands of Argentina ended the Oranje's hope of World Cup glory. Though the Dutch will have to wait another four years before their next attempt to win the elusive trophy, they can still be very ...
Van Persie Slipping as Sneijder Rises
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 8th, 2014 05:11 PM | No Comment
Both men have enjoyed some highs and lows during this summer's World Cup. With a semi-final date against Argentina edging closer, the Oranje faithful will be hoping that Robin van Persie and Wesley Sneijder will simultaneously put in a strong ...
De Vrij Developing into Fine Defender
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 6th, 2014 09:05 PM | 1 Comment
Saturday's showing against Costa Rica was another classy performance by the Feyenoord defender, and at the tender age of 22, has the potential to become one of the best of his generation.
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De Jong Injury Spells End Of 5-3-2?
Posted by Adrian Bucher on July 3rd, 2014 07:56 PM | 2 Comments
With Nigel de Jong ruled out of the rest of the World Cup, Louis van Gaal should move away from the 5-3-2 due to a lack of personnel in the midfield department.
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Kuyt the Centurion
Posted by Adrian Bucher on June 30th, 2014 05:43 PM | No Comment
Dirk Kuyt marked his 100th appearance for the Netherlands with an energetic performance against Mexico, and played a large role in Sunday afternoon's victory, winning plaudits and raising questions regarding future Dutch tactics.
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Time for Depay to Start?
Posted by Adrian Bucher on June 28th, 2014 05:06 PM | No Comment
As the Netherlands begin their knockout stage campaign against Mexico, there are a few questions regarding the tactics to be used. One such issue surrounds the role of Memphis Depay, who has impressed so far during his limited time on ...
Step Up, Sneijder
Posted by Adrian Bucher on June 26th, 2014 03:50 PM | No Comment
After performing admirably against Spain in the Netherlands' opening game, Wesley Sneijder's contribution to the Dutch's World Cup campaign has since been largely anonymous. With the Netherlands set to take part in the knockout stages, the attacking midfielder needs to ...
Van Gaal’s Young Guns Pull Through
Posted by Adrian Bucher on June 24th, 2014 06:02 PM | 1 Comment
Yesterday's win against Chile ensured that the Oranje would progress to the knockout stages of this summer's World Cup as group winners, with the younger players of the squad putting in an assured performance.
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