Louis van Gaal, the head coach of the Netherlands, has stated that his team’s criticism will not deter them from attempting to win the World Cup.Information Guide Nigeria
In the group stage, the Dutch defeated Senegal and Qatar 2-0 and tied with Ecuador 1-1, but some have criticized their lack of aggression.
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“In 2014 it was exactly the same, it was not different. It was very negative,” said Van Gaal.
“But, exact same thing now, same old, so I’m used to it and I think my players are also used to it.
“We’re going to calmly continue on the path that we’ve embarked on.”
Under Van Gaal, the Dutch lost to Argentina on penalties in the semi-finals of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
The USA drew 1-1 with Wales and impressed in a goalless game with England before beating Iran 1-0 to progress to the last 16.JAMB Result
“They [USA] have an excellent team, I would say even one of the best teams,” added Van Gaal.
“It will be a tough match, but it’s nothing we can’t overcome. We also have a good team.
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“There are teams who have progressed who are not good teams, but who have great individual quality.”
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TEAM NEWS
The United States’ manager, Gregg Berhalter, is “optimistic” that Christian Pulisic will be able to face the Netherlands.
Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic sustained a pelvic injury when he scored the game-winning goal against Iran, while United States striker Josh Sargent was also injured in that match.
“Regarding Christian, we’re going to see him on the training field today (Friday),” said Berhalter.
“It looks pretty good, but we’ll have to see him on the pitch to get confirmation of that.”
He added: “With Christian we’re hopeful. With Josh a little less so, but we’ll see.
“At this stage of the tournament it’s go time. If you can push through it, you do. I’m sure he’ll (Josh) have that mindset.”JAMB portal
MATCH FACTS
- Netherlands have won four of their five friendly matches with USA.
- They can make the quarter-finals in three successive World Cup appearances for the first time.
- Louis Van Gaal (W7, D3) can become the third coach to remain unbeaten in each of his first 11 World Cup matches (shootouts classed as draw), after Luiz Felipe Scolari (12 for Brazil and Portugal, 2002-2006) and Mário Zagallo (11 for Brazil, 1970-1974).NYSC portal
- USA have reached the last 16 in three successive World Cups (2010, 2014, 2022) for the first time.
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