Virgil van Dijk comments on World Cup rule after Netherlands draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 10:21 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Virgil van Dijk expressed frustration over a new World Cup rule regarding hydration breaks after the Netherlands drew with Japan 2-2 in their opener at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Van Dijk, who scored for the Dutch, criticized the necessity of mandatory breaks in controlled conditions like indoor arenas. He emphasized the impact of commercial interruptions on the viewing experience and the flow of the game. His remarks came after the Netherlands relinquished a lead twice during the match, highlighting concerns about maintaining match rhythm. Following this draw, the Netherlands will need to regroup as they look ahead in Group F.
- •Van Dijk scored for the Netherlands in a 2-2 draw against Japan.
- •He criticized mandatory hydration breaks in controlled environments.
- •The match took place at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
- •Japan equalized twice, culminating in a late goal from Daichi Kamada.
- •The Netherlands must reassess their strategy moving forward in the tournament.
- 10:21 AMYahoo Sports — Virgil van Dijk doesn’t like one rule change which has happened at the World Cup
"Virgil van Dijk had already scored in the Netherlands’ World Cup opener, but one new tournament rule still left him frustrated after the draw with Japan. The Dutch captain headed the Netherlands in front at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, only for Japan to fight back in a 2-2 Group F draw.
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