Netherlands central defender Virgil Van Dijk gave a motivating speech ahead of Tuesday’s round of 16 clash with Romania
Against all expectations after their initial success against Poland (2-1), the
The Netherlands had to settle for a disappointing third place in Group D, behind Austria and France.
A record that does not change anything in the ambitions of the Oranje. Like their defensive leader Virgil van Dijk, the Dutch approach this knockout phase with appetite. First step with Romania on Tuesday, in the round of 16 (kick-off at 6 p.m.).
Van Dijk: “We must remain humble”
In the mental approach to this big meeting, Virgil Van Dijk sent a strong message to his teammates: there is no question of underestimating the Romanian selection, the revelation of this start of the Euro.
« I don’t know how far we can go. We can’t project ourselves further than Romania, explained the Liverpool player. I think that’s the main goal right now, especially after our last game against Austria. But I believe in this team, I believe in this group, its staff, and I think we are capable of achieving something special. But we have to stay humble and focus on this game against Romania, try to beat this team, which will also be a very difficult task. », a conclusion Van Dijk.
