Even though they're not out mathematically, yet, I don't think the Dutch fans have great expectations of van Marwijk's squad anymore.
Netherlands just does not seem to have a very good defense.
Maybe there are problems among the players, but they don't seem cohesive enough.
Both of Gomez's goals (in the 24th and 38th minutes) could have been prevented, if the Dutch had exercised more caution or paid more attention.
The second one, the shot from long distance, was less the fault of the defenders than the first one, of course. To set up Gomez's first goal, Schweinsteiger just fooled the entire Dutch defense and split it open with one good pass.
The goals do not come easily, either.
But what should be really disappointing for the Dutch is that Netherlands had no great chances after that. There was no team spirit. Their goal (73) came thanks to a very inspired shot by van Persie.
And that was it.
Now, Holland must beat Portugal by at least a couple of goals and hope Germany defeats Denmark, too, to progress from this group.
Highlights:
Germany - Holland footyroom.com by footyroom
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