World Cup: No longer disjointed, Dutch bank on harmony against Messi’s Argentina

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DOHA - Louis van Gaal leaned over, put his arm around Denzel Dumfries’ shoulder, and planted a smooch on his defender’s temple. The eccentric, at times...

Van Gaal, who is undefeated in 19 matches since he began his third stint in charge as national coach in August 2021, also preached the value of unity.

Despite this, the Dutch have already strung together a series of wins over three reigning continental champions in Qatar, beating the hosts , Senegal and the US . Argentina, the reigning South American champions, could be the fourth. Despite boasting AC Milan trio Gullit, Frank Rijkaard and Marco van Basten, the Dutch did not win a single game in Italy, and exited in the round of 16 to Germany.Gullit stormed out of their training camp just before the team left for the United States, clashing with coach Dick Advocaat over tactics and his role in the side.

 

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