Virgil van Dijk plays every minute for Netherlands and Liverpool
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 11:41 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Virgil van Dijk has become a standout figure at the World Cup, playing every minute for the Netherlands while not missing a second for Liverpool during the recent domestic season. The 34-year-old centre-back, who serves as captain for his national team, exemplifies consistency despite the intense workload debates in modern football. No muscle issues or substitutions have kept him off the pitch, making him a pivotal player for both club and country. His performances highlight a rare level of endurance in today’s game.
- •Van Dijk played every minute for the Netherlands at the World Cup.
- •He did not miss a match for Liverpool in the domestic league.
- •His endurance sets a remarkable standard among professional footballers.
- •Disruptions such as tactical substitutions did not affect his playing time.
- •His performances reflect ongoing debates about player workload in football.
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"There are dependable footballers, there are ever-presents — and then there is Virgil van Dijk. At a time when workload limits in modern professional football are being debated more fiercely than eve...
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