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BIZARRE: Van dijk - You Need To See This

Jurgen Klopp fires back at 'attention-seeking' ex-Netherlands star comments, after uncharacteristic Virgil Van Dijk display

Jurgen Klopp is making a habit of defending his former players

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Netherlands vs Sweden World Cup 2026 Predictions and Picks

Netherlands vs Sweden meet in Group F at NRG Stadium on June 20. Both on one point, we back the Dutch at -139 to take control of their destiny.

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Who Is the Top Dog of the World Cup’s Biggest Teams?

Household names headline the biggest World Cup in history.

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Japan vs Netherlands: 3 goals in 13 minutes & finally a draw

FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan fought back twice to secure a 2-2 draw against the Netherlands in their World Cup opener. Daichi Kamada scored the late equalizer after Koki Ogawa's header. The Netherlands had taken the lead twice through Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville. Japan's Keito Nakamura had earlier…

The Economic Times

Japan rally twice for draw with eighth-ranked Dutch

Japan showed the darkhorse threat they pose at the World Cup as they twice came from a goal down to draw 2-2 with the Netherlands.

AAP

Netherlands Player Ratings vs. Japan: Late Drama Punishes Flawed World Cup Contenders

The Netherlands and Japan produced a thrilling context in their World Cup curtain-raiser.

Sports Illustrated

Fortune favours Kamada as Japan rescue World Cup draw with Netherlands

Daichi Kamada deflected in an 88th-minute equaliser as Japan drew 2-2 with the Netherlands, who led through Virgil van Dijk then Crysencio Summerville

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Arne Slot tipped for Netherlands job after World Cup - live on ITV

Could Arne Slot take the reins with the Netherlands?

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Netherlands - Japan: Dramatic late equaliser for Samurai Blue

The Netherlands and Japan played out a thrilling 2-2 draw in a decisive Group of Death encounter that leaves both teams' knockout ambitions hanging in the balance. Japan came from behind twice but ultimately had to settle for a late equaliser through Daichi Kamada's stoppage-time header, denying Oranje a decisive…

France 24

Why Virgil van Dijk could be the World Cup’s most valuable player

The Liverpool captain’s powers are waning, writes Richard Jolly, yet the Oranje still rely heavily on the centre-back after an extraordinary journey

The Independent UK

The 10 Best Defenders at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Some truly phenomenal defenders are on hand to outclass the World Cup’s sharpest forwards.

Sports Illustrated

Fashion goals: World Cup’s style tournament has already kicked off

From France’s catwalk looks to Virgil van Dijk’s classic approach, these are the teams and players to watch

The Guardian - UK

Bart Verbruggen on Cruyff, Krul and why Netherlands can win the World Cup: ‘Our defence is one of the best in the world’

WORLD CUP 2026: The 23-year-old, who is No 1 for Brighton and the Netherlands, tells Lawrence Ostlere that the Dutch are in North America to finally win the World Cup after so many near misses

The Independent UK

The Netherlands are the World Cup 2026 dark horses people aren't talking about enough

An experienced manager, Premier League seasoned players, tactical versatility and the best defence at the tournament. Here's why the Netherlands could be a problem at the World Cup

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Liverpool lose out on £130m windfall after latest transfer disappointment - but is standing your ground such a bad thing?

Ibrahima Konate is set to become the latest in a string of Liverpool first-teamers to leave the club on a free transfer. Is there method in the madness?

The Independent UK

The two problems created by Ibrahima Konate’s surprise Liverpool exit

Konate had said he had been close to a new contract with the club, but his departure leaves a hole alongside Virgil van Dijk

Sports Illustrated

Why Liverpool’s Preseason Injury Boost Only Solves Half the Problem

Arne Slot has plenty of work to do to turn things around at Liverpool in 2026–27.

The Independent UK

Where Liverpool’s dismal Premier League title defence went so wrong

PREMIER LEAGUE FINAL DAY: Liverpool limped to a Champions League finish on the final day, but off the back of a £450m spending spree, so much more was expected of the 2024-25 title-winners, writes Richard Jolly

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The Independent UK

Ollie Watkins double helps Aston Villa book Champions League spot

Unai Emery’s men will finish in the top five of the Premier League.

The Guardian - UK

Aston Villa back in Champions League as Ollie Watkins double sinks Liverpool

Aston Villa will return to the Champions League next season, a 4-2 victory over Liverpool sealing their spot

Sports Illustrated

Virgil van Dijk Set to Break 18-Year Liverpool Record—But Milestone Exposes Major Issue

Virgil van Dijk is still marshaling the Liverpool defence despite nearing his 35th birthday.

The Independent UK

Virgil van Dijk admits Liverpool’s season has been ‘unacceptable’ after latest setback

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Virgil van Dijk hits back at Liverpool holiday claims amid ‘unacceptable’ season after Man United loss

Virgil van Dijk feels Liverpool’s season has been ‘unacceptable’ after they were beaten 3-2 by Manchester United on Sunday

The Independent UK

The Jurgen Klopp blueprint Arne Slot must follow to rescue floundering Liverpool

Arne Slot promises Liverpool’s next season will be superior to a disappointing sophomore year under the Dutchman - but so far has little evidence to back up his optimism

The Guardian - UK

Virgil van Dijk admits Liverpool must do ‘a lot of work’ over summer after failed season

Virgil van Dijk has said Liverpool need a lot of improvement this summer to avoid a repeat of the outgoing champions’ disappointing season

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