Netherlands U17’s have missed out on a place in the European Championship final after losing 2-0 to Portugal on Wednesday.
- By Michael Bell
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The young Dutch side created the first chance of the game but Donyell Malen and Che Nunnely squandered a great cross from Tahith Chong.
Gradually Portugal began to dominate and in the 25th minute they took a deserved lead when Jose Gomes headed in a free kick from Rúben Vinagre. In the second half Portugal sealed their victory through Diogo Dalot to send Netherlands home.
It ends a decent tournament for Kees van Wonderen’s side, while Portugal advance to face either Germany or Spain in the final.