Netherlands: World Cup Soccer

If you are looking for a surprise in the World Cup soccer tournament this year, it could come in the form of the Netherlands team. This team, which is ranked 3rd in the world, is expected to make a good showing. They have only been to the World Cup seven times since the beginning of the tournament and only got as far as placing second twice. So, they are out to prove something in this tournament and followers of soccer are predicting they will with ease.

The main thing the Netherlands team needs to focus on to come out on top is team spirit. They do have an interesting way about them. They are not the most disciplined team or the most mentally ready for the tournament. However, they have a special spark that sets them aside in terms of talent and mentality of the sport itself.

Ruud van Nistelrooy is one of the star players of the Netherlands team to look out for. With the power to score like no other, this player will likely help the Netherlands progress in the tournament with ease. Arjen Robben is also a young star to look out for on the team. Although he has had a few negative issues in the past, he is expected to perform with maturity and set the stage for some big scores.

Likely the best asset the Netherlands team has however is their coach Marco van Basten. Marco van Basten was a great player himself and is seen as one of the most exciting people to ever coach the game in the Netherlands.

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