Dutch Triumph in Euro 2024: A Comeback to Remember
The Netherlands secured a spot in the European Championship quarterfinals for the first time in 16 years with a 3-0 win over Romania. Cody Gakpo, Donyell Malen were key players. Despite early challenges and missed opportunities, the Dutch team delivered an outstanding performance under coach Ronald Koeman.
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The Netherlands secured their first European Championship quarterfinal spot in 16 years with a 3-0 win over Romania on Tuesday, marking their best performance by far at Euro 2024.
Cody Gakpo broke the deadlock in the 20th minute, and substitute Donyell Malen sealed the victory with two late goals, sending the Dutch team to its first quarterfinal since 2008.
Head Coach Ronald Koeman praised his squad's outstanding performance, acknowledging the team's improvement from their disappointing group stage performance against Austria. The Netherlands will face either Austria or Turkey in the quarterfinals.
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