Virgil van Dijk joins Adebayo Akinfenwa for a special episode of the Beast Mode On Podcast as the Dutchman chats all things Liverpool and his first impressions of new manager Andoni Iraola. Speaking at Virgil's Legacy Trophy, a tournament that brings together the best youth academies from around the world, the legendary centre-back also backs Alexander Isak to shine in the 2026-27 campaign and reveals who are the toughest opponents he's faced in his illustrious career to date.
Liverpool have been handed a significant injury concern after Cody Gakpo was forced to withdraw from the Netherlands squad during the current international break. The versatile forward sustained a knock during the early stages of the Oranje's recent UEFA Nations League clash, prompting his immediate return to Merseyside for further assessment.
Xavi has secured his first victory as the head coach of the Netherlands following a hard-fought 2-1 win over Serbia. While the former Barcelona boss expressed his happiness with the result, he was quick to highlight several technical areas where his squad must improve to reach their full potential.
Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk urged his team-mates to maintain self-criticism despite securing a 2-1 Nations League win over Serbia. While praising two-goal debutant Mexx Meerdink, the defender warned that defensive lapses must be corrected immediately.
AZ striker Mexx Meerdink described his two-goal performance in the Netherlands' 2-1 victory over Serbia as a childhood dream fulfilled. The 23-year-old forward seized his full debut opportunity in Belgrade following Brian Brobbey's injury withdrawal.
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