Netherlands predicted lineup for France clash in UEFA Euro 2024

The Dutch have lost the last two matches against Les Bleus.

The Netherlands opened their Euro 2024 account with an impressive win over Poland in the opening match after Cody Gakpo and Wout Weghorst scored the goals. They are now set to face France in the second match which remains one of the blockbuster fixtures in the group.

The Netherlands have lost the last two games against them and will aim to secure a victory to progress to the last 16. They cannot afford to slip up as a loss here will probably make things problematic for them in the group. Ronald Koeman will probably field the same eleven that secured an impressive result in the opening match. 

Netherlands predicted lineup (Formation: 4-2-3-1) 

GK: Bart Verbruggen 

The Brighton & Hove Albion keeper has become the number one for the team after an excellent season with them. Bart Verbruggen has nailed down his spot in the side after putting in a series of impressive performances between the sticks.

He has incredible reflexes and also uses his body well in one-on-one situations. Verbruggen is also comfortable with the ball at his feet as he can help the team in building attacks from the back. He made his debut for the Netherlands national team in 2023 and has appeared eight times since then. 

RB: Denzel Dumfries 

Denzel Dumfries has become a vital part of the back four for the team after impressing at the right-back position. He has already made over 54 appearances for the team scoring six goals.

Dumfries made his debut for the Netherlands national team in 2018 as he was eligible to play for them after switching the alliance from Aruba. He plays his club football for Inter Milan with whom he won the league after making 31 appearances, scoring four goals and assisting another four.

CB: Stefan de Vrij

Stefan de Vrij had a good outing against Poland in the last match as he helped his team secure a vital win. He along with Virgil van Dijk were exceptional at the back as they limited the threat for most of the games using their pace and experience.

He had an impressive passing accuracy of 94% from the back. He also doesn’t shy away from making challenges. Stefan de Vrij had a 100% success rate after winning all of his four tackles in the last match. 

CB: Virgil van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk is arguably one of the best defenders in world football. He had a wonderful game against Poland in the last match after dominating the opposition attackers. He won all of his aerial duels while also having a 100% success rate in tackles.

He hardly gets beaten in one-on-one situations after developing mastery in the last couple of years. Van Dijk is also a threat from set-pieces he can score some headers due to his excellent tall physique. His leadership will be crucial in this match as they take on France. 

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LB: Nathan Aké

Nathan Aké had an outstanding game in the last match as he kept things simple and clean on the left-hand side. He put a real shift in the game but will be happy with his performance after winning all the aerial duels he attempted. He also won some of his tackles.

Aké had a wonderful season at Manchester City as he helped them to win the Premier League on the final day. He also possesses extreme quality at the back as he can play as a centre-back or as a left-back. 

CM: Jerdy Schouten

The PSV Eindhoven man had an incredible outing in the last match as he helped the Dutch secure an important win over Poland. He performed excellently in the defensive midfielder position, shielding the back four by making timely interceptions and tackles.

Schouten also possesses exceptional ball technique evidenced by his 90% success rate in the last game. He is also good on the ball and can take on defenders with ease highlighted by his 100% dribble success. 

CM: Joey Veerman

Joey Veerman has developed an excellent partnership with his club teammate Schouten at the heart of midfield for the national team. He created three chances against the Polish in the last Euro 2024 match after being given the nod to start.

This season, Veerman made 41 appearances for PSV Eindhoven scoring seven goals and assisting another 19. Veerman also possesses the quality of a playmaker evidenced by his assists contribution this season. 

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RW: Cody Gakpo

Cody Gakpo delivered a man-of-the-match performance against Poland in the opening match. He opened the scoring with a well-taken goal to give them the lead.

Gakpo was a constant threat in the opposition half as he linked the play excellently with his fellow strikers. He enjoyed an impressive campaign with Liverpool after netting 16 goals for them in all competitions while also providing six assists. 

AM: Tijjani Reijnders

Tijjani Reijnders had a good opening season for AC Milan after making the move from AZ Alkmaar. He is known for scoring some spectacular goals. This season, he has made a handful of appearances 51 while scoring four and assisting another three.

Reijnders is known for his tenacious industry as he also helps the team with the defensive work. He had a passing accuracy of 91% in the last match and will hope to make a similar impact. 

LW: Xavi Simons 

The rising star of Dutch football had a fantastic season with RB Leipzig, being on loan from PSG. He made 43 appearances for the team in all competitions scoring 10  goals and assisting another 13.

Many clubs are already following his development with a desire to make a move in the summer transfer window. Simons had an incredible match against Poland as he linked up the play excellently while also attempting three shots. 

ST: Memphis  Depay

Memphis Depay has become the mainstay number nine for the team in recent years after the retirement of Robin van Persie. He boasts an incredible record in the Netherlands colours after making 93 appearances for them since breaking into the side in 2013.

Depay has scored 45 goals in these matches and is only five behind Robin van Persie in the all-time top scorer list for his country. Now, he will be aiming to play a crucial role for the team in this competition after failing to score in the opening match.

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