Virgil van Dijk faces last opportunity for Netherlands in World Cup

Virgil van Dijk is preparing for what may be his final World Cup with the Netherlands, who have faced criticism for failing to capitalize on their potential in recent years. At 34, Van Dijk has led the team since 2018 but only boasts a runners-up finish in the 2019 Nations League. With a year remaining on his contract with Liverpool, his influence and performance levels have been called into question. The Netherlands will compete in a challenging group alongside Sweden and Japan, needing to advance to fulfill expectations in an expanded tournament.

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