8 Greatest Central Defenders in Netherlands History

Johan Cruyff, Marco van Basten, Dennis Bergkamp—as a footballing nation, the Netherlands are primarily known for their attacking prowess. However, throughout the years, the Dutch have produced some quality defenders as well.  Here, we’ve ranked the eight best of all time. Contributions to success with the Dutch national team will be the main criterium, but club success has been taken... 

5 Netherlands Players Set to Light Up the Champions League

From Johan Cruyff to Patrick Kluivert and Ruud van Nistelrooy, the Netherlands have produced many players who have competed at the highest level in Europe.  With the Champions League set to start this week, we take a look at five Netherlands players who could light up Europe in 2014-15.  Some of the obvious big names will of course be mentioned, but with Ajax also participating in the competition... 

How Guus Hiddink Can Develop the Netherlands into Euro 2016 Contenders

At the World Cup in Brazil, the Netherlands were relatively successful. Under the leadership of Louis van Gaal, they reached third place—a much better result than most expected ahead of the tournament.  But Van Gaal has moved on to Manchester United, and Oranje must make a fresh start under new manager Guus Hiddink.  As became apparent during the Netherlands’ international friendly... 

Czech Republic vs. Netherlands: Winners and Losers from Euro 2016 Qualifier

Kicking off their Euro 2016 qualification campaigns, the Czech Republic and the Netherlands faced each other in an open and relatively equal contest in Prague. The home side won 2-1, but for a long time, it looked like the match would end in a draw. For the Czech Republic, Borek Dockal had scored with a shot from just outside the box, while Lazio defender Stefan de Vrij had headed one in for the... 

How Italy vs. Netherlands Reflected Well on Van Gaal’s World Cup Performance

It was supposed to be the beginning of an exciting new era for the Dutch national team. In reality, though, it was anything but a dream start. Playing their first international friendly under the leadership of new manager Guus Hiddink, the Netherlands lost 2-0 against Italy on Thursday night. The outcome of the match was somewhat of anomaly. After barely 10 minutes of playing time, Dutch defender Bruno... 

Italy vs. Netherlands: Winners and Losers from International Friendly

On Thursday, Italy beat the Netherlands 2-0 in an international friendly. For both sides, the match was special. Italy saw new manager Antonio Conte make his debut on the touchline, while Guus Hiddink made his first appearance in the dugout as the new Dutch boss. For Hiddink, it was anything but a dream start. Forced to finish the match with 10 men after defender Bruno Martins Indi was sent off after... 

Ranking the 5 Best Transfers of Netherlands Players in the 2014 Summer Window

This summer, the Netherlands did remarkably well during the World Cup in Brazil, finishing third and beating well-respected nations like reigning world champions Spain along the way.  Off the back of that World Cup, some of the Dutch players have earned transfers to bigger leagues. Other Dutch players—like Stefan de Vrij—were already very close to a move.  Now, some of the talent... 

Ranking the 5 Best Netherlands Transfers to the Premier League

This weekend, it became apparent Netherlands defender and midfielder Daley Blind will move from Dutch side Ajax to Manchester United.  Blind is not the first Dutch footballer to make a move to the Premier League. Whether straight from the Dutch league or via other competitions, plenty of other Netherlands stars have made the step.  Here, we rank the five best Netherlands transfers to the... 

10 Great Midfield Maestros in Netherlands History

From Wesley Sneijder to Edgar Davids and Willem van Hanegem; throughout time, the Netherlands have had some fantastic midfield maestros in their squads. Here, we look at the 10 greatest to wear the Oranje shirt. It won’t just be the attacking midfielders who will be praised, defensive midfield counterparts will receive attention as well.  No defenders, no attackers. Just pure midfield madness.  Begin... 

5 Netherlands Players with a Point to Prove in the 2014-15 Season

At the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, the Netherlands did surprisingly well, reaching third place and beating well-respected nations like Spain, Chile and Mexico along the way.  A new season has now started, and while the events of this summer are slowly becoming distant memories, reality has kicked in again.  There are club careers to be resumed; there are prizes to be won. New challenges must... 

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