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Virgil van Dijk scores first-ever World Cup goal for Netherlands

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 9:46 PM

Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Virgil van Dijk scores first-ever World Cup goal for Netherlands

Summary

Virgil van Dijk opened the scoring for the Netherlands against an unknown opponent in the World Cup, netting his first-ever goal in the tournament. The Dutch captain scored off a header from a cross by club teammate Ryan Gravenberch, helping to spark his team's campaign. Van Dijk's achievement ties him for goals scored among legendary Dutch defenders, making him one of the oldest players to score for the Netherlands in World Cup history. His goal was part of a thrilling second half where multiple goals were scored.

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By the Numbers

•Van Dijk scores his first World Cup goal for the Netherlands.
•Goal comes from a header assisted by Ryan Gravenberch.
•Match features multiple goals in the second half.
•Van Dijk ties a legendary Dutch defender in goal tally.
•He is among the oldest players to score for the Netherlands in World Cup.

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Virgil van Dijk came into the World Cup off the back of a dreadful season by Liverpool's standards. However, he did score a season-best eight goals for the Reds and he's continued that form in orange...
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