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Jurgen Klopp leaps to Virgil van Dijk's defence after 'Boeing 747' jibe

Virgil van Dijk has received strong backing from his former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp after the Netherlands captain was subjected to sharp criticism from Rafael van der Vaart during the World Cup.

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FIFA World Cup: Brobbey and Gakpo double up as Netherlands crush Sweden to move top

The Netherlands moved to the top of Group F and edged within touching distance of the World Cup last 32 after a commanding 5-1 victory over Sweden.

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FIFA World Cup: Frenkie de Jong injury rocks Netherlands before Sweden meeting

The Netherlands are facing a major fitness concern ahead of their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup Group F meeting with Sweden, with Frenkie de Jong a doubt for the match after picking up a physical issue.

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Tottenham sign defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton

Tottenham have strengthened Roberto De Zerbi's squad with the signing of Netherlands international Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton in a deal worth 52 million pounds.

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Concussion sidelines Netherlands' Quinten Timber ahead of Sweden World Cup clash

Quinten Timber's 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes have suffered a setback after the Netherlands midfielder was ruled out of their Group F meeting with Sweden on Saturday because of a concussion picked up in training.

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Japan fightback denies Netherlands victory in FIFA World Cup opener

Japan came from behind twice to earn a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in their Group F opener at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, extending the Blue Samurai's unbeaten run to eight matches.

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