De Jong criticizes pundits after Netherlands' victory over Sweden

Barcelona captain Frenkie de Jong started for the Netherlands in their 5-1 win against Sweden, playing 59 minutes despite a physical setback. Following the match, he addressed criticism of his playing style, stating that many critics do not fully understand football. De Jong emphasized the need for more respect towards players and acknowledged that while criticism is acceptable, it often becomes exaggerated. He highlighted the overall quality of the national team and its players, asserting that bad games happen but do not define a player's abilities.

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