Bavois Overview

RB Leipzig midfielder Ezechiel Banzuzi has decided to switch his international allegiance and represent DR Congo over the Netherlands at senior level. The 21-year-old former Jong Oranje star, who is contracted in Germany until 2030, has chosen to pledge his long-term future to the African nation following their impressive 2026 World Cup campaign.

A small group of elite players have stepped in front of a microphone to follow another passion, looking every bit as comfortable in a studio environment as on the pitch

New Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez has dramatically broken with past policies by declaring that players plying their trade outside Europe will be considered for national selection. The former Barcelona boss insisted that pitch performance is all that matters, offering fresh hope to stars like Tijjani Reijnders, Memphis Depay, and Crysencio Summerville.

New Netherlands manager Xavi Hernandez received a touching surprise when former Barcelona boss Frank Rijkaard appeared via video message. The Dutch legend praised Xavi's elite abilities and backed him to succeed in his new international role.