Wout Weghorst emerged as the Netherlands' hero in their Euro 2024 opener, and it seems he predicted it all along.
came off the bench against Poland with nine minutes to play and his first touch fired the ball into the back of the net.Ronald Koeman's sideBut Weghorst's goal also saw him make history - he is the fastest substitute to ever score for the Netherlands at a European Championship. His finish came two minutes and 24 seconds after he was brought on and could prove crucial in their hopes of reaching the last 16.
Whilst the Burnley striker may have been an unlikely hero, Weghorst revealed after the match that he anticipated his winning moment.Cody Gakpo follows Cristiano Ronaldo and Virgil van Dijk records career first first"I can show you the WhatsApp texts. This morning I texted my girlfriend: 'It will be 0-0 or 1-1 about 20 minutes before FT whistle, and then...' My goal came a bit later, but still.
They next play on Friday when they will face one of the tournament favourites France before a final group clash with Austria.
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