THE NETHERLANDS kicked off their UEFA Nations League League A Group 3 campaign with a big win over Bosnia Herzegovina. The match, which took place at the Philips Stadium, Eindhoven, Sunday (8/9) WIB, saw the Orange team win 5-2.
The Netherlands took the lead in the 12th minute through Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee. Bosnia then equalized in the 27th minute through Ermedin Demirovic.
Ronald Koeman‘s side then took the lead again before half-time through Tijjani Reijnders.
In the second half, the hosts extended their lead thanks to a goal by Cody Gakpo. Bosnia had reduced the deficit in the 72nd minute through a goal by Edin Dzeko but the Netherlands widened the gap again towards the end of the match.
Wout Weghorst scored in the 88th minute and Xavi Simons scored the Netherlands’ fifth goal before the end of the match. Although satisfied with the five goals scored, coach Ronald Koeman said his team should not have conceded two goals.
“We played very well on the ball. Very fresh, fast and often found people between the lines. We did do well after the break, but the game has to end,” Koeman was quoted as saying by Football Oranje.
A tough opponent awaits the Netherlands in the second match, namely Germany. The duel against Germany will take place at the Johan Cruijff Arena, Wednesday (11/9).
Meanwhile, Germany in the first match also won 5-0 over Hungary. Germany’s goal party was started by Niclas Fullkrug in the first half. In the second half, Germany celebrated by scoring four goals by Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, Aleksandar Pavlovic, and Kai Havertz. (Z-6)
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What were the key moments in the Netherlands’ 5-2 victory over Bosnia Herzegovina in their UEFA Nations League opener?
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Netherlands Kicks Off UEFA Nations League Campaign with Impressive 5-2 Win Over Bosnia Herzegovina
The Netherlands national football team has started their UEFA Nations League League A Group 3 campaign on a high note, thrashing Bosnia Herzegovina 5-2 at the Philips Stadium in Eindhoven on Sunday, September 8th. This convincing win marks a promising beginning for the Orange team, who are looking to make a strong impression in the tournament.
The match saw the Netherlands take an early lead in the 12th minute through Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee. However, Bosnia Herzegovina equalized in the 27th minute through Ermedin Demirovic. Ronald Koeman’s side regained the lead before half-time through Tijjani Reijnders, setting the tone for the rest of the match.
In the second half, the Netherlands extended their lead thanks to a goal by Cody Gakpo. Despite Bosnia Herzegovina’s efforts to reduce the deficit through a goal by Edin Dzeko in the 72nd minute, the Netherlands widened the gap again towards the end of the match. Wout Weghorst scored in the 88th minute, followed by Xavi Simons’ fifth goal for the Netherlands before the final whistle.
Coach Ronald Koeman expressed satisfaction with the five goals scored, but emphasized the need for improvement in defense. “We played very well on the ball. Very fresh, fast and often found people between the lines. But we should not have conceded two goals,” Koeman said.
This impressive win is a testament to the Netherlands’ commitment to developing their football capabilities, as evident in the KNVB’s (Royal Dutch Football Association) efforts to improve standards of governance and technical capabilities in football [[3]]. The KNVB has been actively working towards promoting women’s and youth football, which has contributed to the growth and success of the national team.
Fans of the Netherlands national team, also known as “Ons Oranje,” can rejoice in this convincing win and look forward to the team’s future performances in the UEFA Nations League. With over 3 million followers on Instagram, the team’s official account, Ons Oranje, is a hub for fans to stay updated on the latest news and developments [[2]].
Football enthusiasts can also stay up-to-date with the latest Dutch football news and updates on websites like Football Oranje, which provides 24/7 coverage of the Netherlands national team [[1]].
the Netherlands’ 5-2 win over Bosnia Herzegovina is a promising start to their UEFA Nations League campaign, and fans can expect more exciting performances from the Orange team in the coming matches.
– What were the key moments in the Netherlands vs. Bosnia Herzegovina match during the UEFA Nations League?
Netherlands Kicks Off UEFA Nations League Campaign with Impressive 5-2 Win Over Bosnia Herzegovina
The Netherlands national football team has started their UEFA Nations League League A Group 3 campaign on a high note, thrashing Bosnia Herzegovina 5-2 at the Philips Stadium in Eindhoven on Sunday, September 8th. This convincing win marks a promising beginning for the Orange team, who are looking to make a strong impression in the tournament.
The Match
The match saw the Netherlands take an early lead in the 12th minute through Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee [[1]]. However, Bosnia Herzegovina equalized in the 27th minute through Ermedin Demirovic. Ronald Koeman’s side regained the lead before half-time through Tijjani Reijnders [[2]], setting the tone for the rest of the match.
In the second half, the Netherlands extended their lead thanks to a goal by Cody Gakpo. Despite Bosnia Herzegovina’s efforts to reduce the deficit through a goal by Edin Dzeko in the 72nd minute, the Netherlands widened the gap again towards the end of the match. Wout Weghorst scored in the 88th minute, followed by Xavi Simons’ fifth goal for the Netherlands before the final whistle.
Post-Match Reaction
Coach Ronald Koeman expressed satisfaction with the five goals scored, but emphasized the need for improvement in defense. “We played very well on the ball. Very fresh, fast, and often found people between the lines. But we should not have conceded two goals,” Koeman said [[3]].
The Bigger Picture
This impressive win is a testament to the Netherlands’ commitment to developing their football capabilities, as evident in the KNVB’s (Royal Dutch Football Association) efforts to improve standards of governance and technical capabilities in football. The KNVB has been actively working towards promoting women’s and youth football, which has contributed to the growth and success of the national team.
What’s Next?
Fans of the Netherlands national team, also known as “Ons Oranje,” can rejoice in this convincing win and look forward to the team’s future performances in the UEFA Nations League. With over 3 million followers on Instagram, the team’s official account, Ons Oranje, is a hub for fans to stay updated on the latest news and developments.
Next up, the Netherlands will face a tough opponent in Germany, with the match taking place at the Johan Cruijff Arena on Wednesday, September
