We should be able to qualify for Euro 2012 - Holland coach Bert van Marwijk

Dutch boss confident that Holland have what it takes to qualify for the Euro finals...

By Stefan Coerts

Bert van Marwijk Coach of Borussia Dortmund BVB (AFP)
Holland were paired with Sweden, Hungary, Finland, Moldova and San Marino during Sunday's draw for the Euro 2012 qualifying campaign and head coach Bert van Marwijk isn't too worried about Oranje's opponents.

"It's a bit difficult to think about the qualifying campaign already. The first match is only to be played in about six months or so. We focus on the World Cup for now," van Marwijk was quoted as saying by reporters.

"However, it's nice that we'll face Erwin Koeman's Hungary. Finland, Sweden and Hungary are well known footballing nations. Moldova and San Marino are the minnows in this group.

"We shouldn't underestimate any opponent though. However, I do feel that we are the favourites in the group. We have no reasons to be afraid of any of the opponents. Normally, we should be able to qualify for Euro 2012."
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