The Netherlands team is one of the interesting unknowns at EURO 2024. "The Orange tornado" has a young and potential squad. Although not highly appreciated like England, France or host Germany, the Netherlands still has its own strength.
The Netherlands just had an impressive 4-0 victory over Canada a few days ago. They will have their next friendly match against Iceland before participating in EURO 2024. Compared to Canada, Iceland will be a much more formidable opponent.
They just created a surprise when they defeated England with a minimum score. Iceland's mass defensive style and discipline will challenge attacking teams like the Netherlands. Although they do not have a ticket to EURO 2024, Iceland promises to be a difficult and necessary test for the Netherlands.
In terms of personnel, coach Ronald Koeman is expected to make many changes compared to the match against Canada. Nathan Ake, Denzel Dumfries and Virgil van Dijk could start.
Meanwhile, Frenkie de Jong's ability to play is still uncertain due to an ankle injury. Teun Koopmeiners could be an alternative if the Barcelona midfielder continues to be out.
Memphis Depay is likely to partner Cody Gakpo in attack, while Xavi Simons could also be considered.
On the other side of the front line, Iceland may keep the same 11 players as in the victory over England.
Expected lineup:
Dutch team: Verbruggen, dumfries, Van Dijk, Ake, Van de Ven, Koopmeiners, Wijnaldum, Gravenberch, Frimpong, Gakpo, Memphis.
Island team: Valdimarsson, Bjarkason, Ingason, Gretarsson, Finnsson, Traustason, Gudmundsson, Anderson, Haraldsson, thorsteinsson, Gudjohnsen.
The friendly match between the Netherlands vs Iceland takes place at 1:45 am on June 11 (Vietnam time).
