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Netherlands Stars Verbruggen & Depay Fit for World Cup Opener
14 Jun
Summary
- Goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen is fully fit after a hip injury.
- Top scorer Memphis Depay has recovered from a thigh injury.
- Coach Ronald Koeman confirmed the entire team is healthy for the opener.
The Netherlands team has received a significant boost ahead of their World Cup opener, with both goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen and star striker Memphis Depay declared fully fit. Coach Ronald Koeman confirmed on Saturday that all players are available for the Group F match against Japan.
Verbruggen's readiness comes after he sustained a hip injury during a tune-up match and missed some training sessions. However, he has since returned to full practice. Depay, the nation's record goal scorer, has also overcome a thigh injury that had sidelined him.
Koeman highlighted Depay's crucial role in the team's aspirations for the tournament. The coach, however, remained tight-lipped about his starting lineup for the upcoming game.
