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Van Dijk's Red Card Leaves Netherlands Without Captain for Germany Clash

Dutch coach Ronald Koeman expresses frustration over Virgil van Dijk's controversial dismissal in Nations League draw against Hungary.

  • Virgil van Dijk received two yellow cards in three minutes against Hungary, resulting in his first red card for the Netherlands.
  • Koeman was perplexed by the first yellow card for dissent, believing captains should be allowed to engage with referees.
  • Van Dijk will miss the crucial Nations League match against Germany, where Denzel Dumfries is expected to step in as captain.
  • The Netherlands managed a 1-1 draw with Hungary, with Dumfries scoring the equalizer after Van Dijk's dismissal.
  • The upcoming match against Germany is vital as the Dutch aim to close the gap in their Nations League group standings.
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