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Netherlands Names 2026 World Cup Squad: These Are the 26 Players Chosen by Ronald Koeman
Koeman waited for late fitness updates before naming a 26-player squad led by Virgil van Dijk and Memphis Depay, with two midfielders out injured.
Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman officially announced his 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday, with 15 players currently competing in the Premier League.
Koeman delayed his Monday announcement to assess fitness updates on key players, ultimately excluding PSV captain Jerdy Schouten who faces six to nine months of recovery.
Arsenal right-back Jurriën Timber secured a spot following medical clearance on Sunday, while 27-year-old Bournemouth forward Justin Kluivert earned selection after returning from January knee surgery.
All-Time top scorer Memphis Depay features as one of seven forwards, while Koeman included debutants Robin Roefs and Crysencio Summerville despite their lack of senior caps.
The Oranje begin their tournament campaign against Japan on June 14, followed by Sweden and Tunisia, hoping to stage a historic run across North America for their first World Cup title.
In the podcast Praat mee met AD, we discuss an issue every day. Today: Ronald Koeman is taking a risk with a squad that is not fully fit for the World Cup.
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