Netherlands always stands out becauuse it is a team with great expectations, a happy, offensive team that everybody enjoys watching, but it has not been able to take the last step in order to be at the top of the world. After its abscense from the last World Cup, it is imperative for the team to make a good impression and even though the team has a high level of play, it does not seem like the best ever.
Ruud Van Nistelrooy The forwarder for Manchester United is the key player and leader of the Netherlands team. If he keeps the level he had at the Premier League, Netherlands will be a tough competitor to beat.
Marco Van Basten A soccer icon of his country, he took charge of the team in the middle of 2004, replacing Dick Advocaat. He is young but proved his status in a short time.
Big stars of its history
Johann Cruyff With an exquisite playing style, he was the best representative of the Netherlands team.
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