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Captain century! Xavi backs 'true leader' Van Dijk as Dutch target top spot in Eindhoven

Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez praised captain Virgil van Dijk ahead of his potential 100th international cap against Serbia. The Dutch side aim to claim top spot in Nations League Group 2 following a dramatic second-half comeback against Greece.

Netherlands v Germany - UEFA Nations League 2026/27 Group A2 MD1

Dumfries demands Oranje defensive fix

Denzel Dumfries has laid down a challenge to his Netherlands team-mates as they look to end a defensive slump that has plagued their 2026 campaign. The Inter wing-back believes the Oranje must show more resilience at the back despite their recent attacking improvements under Xavi.

Arsenal injury concern as Tzolis limps off after ignoring substitution order

Arsenal's medical team are facing another busy period as summer signing Christos Tzolis became the latest star to be struck by the international break curse. The winger was forced off during the early stages of Greece's Nations League encounter with the Netherlands, leaving Mikel Arteta sweating on his fitness ahead of the Premier League's return.

Xavi takes blame for poor first half as Netherlands rescue draw against Greece

Netherlands boss Xavi Hernandez has taken full responsibility for his side's dismal first-half performance during their 2-2 draw with Greece. The Spanish tactician even apologised to his players in the dressing room before an inspired triple substitution rescued a valuable Nations League point in Thessaloniki.

Netherlands ratings vs Greece: Reijnders rescues Xavi's side

Tijjani Reijnders and Virgil van Dijk inspired a stunning second-half fightback as the Netherlands recovered from a two-goal deficit to secure a dramatic 2-2 Nations League draw against Greece in Thessaloniki.

Van Dijk and Reijnders complete dramatic comeback against Greece

The Netherlands completed a dramatic second-half comeback to secure a 2-2 draw against Greece in their UEFA Nations League Group A2 clash on Thursday. Goals from Fotis Ioannidis and Giorgos Masouras gave the hosts an early advantage, but Virgil van Dijk and a late strike from Tijjani Reijnders ensured Xavi Hernandez's visitors salvaged a vital point.

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