|
|
World Cup 2010: Netherlands legend Johan Cruyff claims Liverpool's Dirk Kuyt is worth his weight in gold
Attacker gains endorsement from Dutch legend...
7 Jul 2010 00:15:00
By Daniel Sheppard
Netherlands legend Johan Cruyff has hailed the World Cup form of Dutch forward Dirk Kuyt following a string of impressive performances for the European side.
Kuyt has started each of the Netherland’s six World Cup games leading into the final, scoring one goal and assisting two, and Cruyff has been impressed by the Liverpool man throughout the tournament, specifically pinpointing his performance against Brazil in the quarter-final upset as the highlight.
"Look at what he did [so far in the World Cup]," Cruyff told reporters. "He started on the right, then at forward and against Brazil on the left.
"Not only did he keep [Brazilian right-back] Maicon out of the game, he also set up the winner.
"Someone like that is worth his weight in gold."
Kuyt made 53 appearances for Liverpool in all competitions last season, scoring 11 goals.
The Netherlands, having beaten Uruguay 3-2 in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday evening, will take on either Spain or Germany in the World Cup final on Sunday in Johannesburg.
|
Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
Kuyt has started each of the Netherland’s six World Cup games leading into the final, scoring one goal and assisting two, and Cruyff has been impressed by the Liverpool man throughout the tournament, specifically pinpointing his performance against Brazil in the quarter-final upset as the highlight.
"Look at what he did [so far in the World Cup]," Cruyff told reporters. "He started on the right, then at forward and against Brazil on the left.
"Not only did he keep [Brazilian right-back] Maicon out of the game, he also set up the winner.
"Someone like that is worth his weight in gold."
Kuyt made 53 appearances for Liverpool in all competitions last season, scoring 11 goals.
The Netherlands, having beaten Uruguay 3-2 in the World Cup semi-final on Tuesday evening, will take on either Spain or Germany in the World Cup final on Sunday in Johannesburg.
Our 
provides the best breaking news online and our 
football fan community is unmatched worldwide. Never miss a thing again!
provides the best breaking news online and our football fan community is unmatched worldwide. Never miss a thing again!| Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
| Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
| Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
| Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
| Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
|
Inside Goal.Com
-
Welbeck convinces Hodgson he is the man to lead the line
England beat Norway 1-0 at Wembley, with the Manchester United man hitting an impressive winner to stake his claim for a starting spot at Euro 2012
-
How England player's chances were affected by Belgium victory
Ashley Young all but secured his place in the starting line-up against France while captain Steven Gerrard put a good shift in. Joe Hart, however, needs to remain focused
-
In Pictures: The best and worst kits at Euro 2012
The European Championship is just around the corner and Goal.com distinguishes between the trendy and the passe at the prestigious tournament
-
The five players Rodgers could sign to kick-start revolution
The new Reds boss was unveiled to the press on Friday and must immediately begin work on revitalising a thin squad with some additions in the transfer market
-
Managerial merry-go-round keeps spinning as Lambert takes Villa job
The Scot officially left Norwich City on Saturday to become the second new boss in June, following the appointment of Brendan Rodgers at Liverpool on Friday
