The Dutch team had a smooth start in this year's World Cup when they defeated defending African champions Senegalese in the match last night, November 21.
However, this is considered a rather hard-fought victory for the European football representative. Coach Louis van Gaal's students could not control the game, at times they allowed Senegal to have more possession.
Sharing after the match, coach Van Gaal confided: "The Dutch team did not play well and gave Senegal a chance to score. When we were tight, they simply didn't have a chance. I never thought the Netherlands would lose. The players are a bit tense, but I always believe the situation will get more positive.
Gakpo is very decisive, he is suitable for the attacking midfielder position because he is very quick-witted and knows how to score. Senegal has had three chances to score, but we have a goalkeeper who does his job well.
However, despite the win, we didnt play well, too many times for Senegal to hold the ball and score. We have to play more tightly."
