World Cup 1978:Kidnap,Conspiracies,and another Dutch final defeat
Posted by admin on May 26th, 2014 07:13 PM | 3 Comments
A look back at Netherlands participation at the World Cup in 1978, which saw the Dutch without Johan Cruyff lose the final against Argentina.
By Michael Bell
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It was four years after Netherlands greatest ever side, featuring the brilliance ...
Van Der Sar: Dutch Lack World Class Players
Posted by Adrian Bucher on May 24th, 2014 06:43 AM | No Comment
Former Oranje captain Edwin van der Sar spoke with FIFA.com where to give his opinions on the current crop of Dutch players on the national team, as well as reflecting on his own international career.
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An In-Depth Look at the World Cup Draw for the Oranje
Posted by Adrian Bucher on May 22nd, 2014 12:18 PM | 1 Comment
As the Dutch continue their elusive quest to win the FIFA World Cup trophy this summer, we take a look at the obstacles that stand in their way from realizing this dream.
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Starting off on the Right Foot: Why Holland must beat Spain
Posted by Spencer Steevensz on May 16th, 2014 09:59 PM | 2 Comments
For Netherlands, the first game of the World Cup against Spain will set the stage for glory or despair. Spencer Steevensz looks at why.
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It's all about the first game. Not because they’re facing the assumed group leaders, ...
Netherlands v Ecuador Match Preview
Posted by admin on May 16th, 2014 10:31 AM | 3 Comments
Netherlands begin their World Cup preparations with a friendly match against Ecuador at the Amsterdam Arena on Saturday.
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Its less than a month until Netherlands face Spain in the opening game of Group B at the ...
The 5-3-2 system, is it right for the Oranje?
Posted by Michael Doodeman on May 15th, 2014 09:18 PM | 2 Comments
Netherlands look set to try out a 5-3-2 formation in the upcoming friendly with Ecuador with the intention to use it at the World Cup. But is it the right tactic for the Dutch?
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Opinion: Which Dutch players should start against Spain?
Posted by admin on May 15th, 2014 02:46 PM | 8 Comments
Our Writer Abdihakim Farah picks his Netherlands side to face Spain in the opening game of this summer's World Cup.
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With the world cup starting in less than four weeks most Dutch fans are wondering who will start against ...
Van Gaal announces Provisional Netherlands World Cup squad
Posted by admin on May 13th, 2014 08:47 PM | 3 Comments
Louis van Gaal has announced his 30-man provisional Netherlands squad for this summers World Cup.
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Just after 8pm Uk time, the KNVB released the list of 30 players who will train under Van Gaal over the ...
Van Gaal talks new tactics, but not about United
Posted by admin on May 13th, 2014 06:33 PM | No Comment
Louis van Gaal confirmed Netherlands will try out a new formation at the World Cup, but refused to talk about the possibility of becoming the new Manchester United boss.
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Van Gaal was speaking at a press ...
Van Gaal prepares to name Provisional World Cup squad
Posted by admin on May 12th, 2014 11:39 AM | 1 Comment
On Tuesday, Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal will name his 30-man provisional World Cup squad. But who will be involved?
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Van Gaal is currently leading a training camp of 20 Eredivisie players, who have a chance ...
Chelsea’s Marco Van Ginkel added to Netherlands squad
Posted by admin on May 7th, 2014 03:13 PM | No Comment
Marco van Ginkel has been added to the Netherlands training camp in place of the injured PSV striker Jurgen Locadia.
By Michael Bell
Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal named twenty players from the Eredivisie to take part in the pre-world Cup training ...
Netherlands Provisional World Cup squad: Who should make it?
Posted by admin on May 2nd, 2014 11:22 PM | 9 Comments
In the next two weeks, Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal will name his provisional squad of 30 players for this summer's World Cup, but who should make up those places?
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By Monday the 12th of May, ...