Virgil van Dijk’s performance vs Lithuania sparks Dutch reaction
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Quansah and Van DijkVan Dijk vs Lithuania sparked plenty of reaction in the Dutch press as the Netherlands scraped a dramatic 3-2 win in World Cup qualifying.
The Liverpool captain featured in a chaotic encounter where Memphis Depay stole the headlines, but local media still assessed Van Dijk’s influence closely.
The Oranje looked in control early through Depay’s opener and a Quinten Timber strike, but Lithuania stunned Ronald Koeman’s side by pulling level at 2-2.
It took another Depay goal in the second half to finally seal all three points, keeping the Netherlands top of Group G.
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Despite the win, Dutch outlets felt Van Dijk had a below-par evening.
Van Dijk still contributed with deep balls here and there to the build-up.”
Meanwhile, De Telegraaf offered a slightly higher 6.5/10, adding:
“Van Dijk will always have the appearance of a leader.
The Netherlands remain three points clear in their qualifying group and Liverpool fans will hope their captain sharpens up before returning to Premier League duty.
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