Netherlands V/S USA

 Netherlands V/S USA: Two exciting young teams are vying for a spot in the World Cup quarter-finals:

Saturday's Round of 16 matches between the US Men's National Team and the Netherlands will be one of the most thrilling matches in Qatar's first playoff of 2022.

The bookmakers think the Netherlands are the favorites, but this match is arguably even closer and both sides are confident they can win. advance to the quarterfinals.

USMNT caused problems for England in the group-stage game. Both teams were further disappointed as she ended up in a 0-0 draw in that game. A clear victory over Iran in a high-stakes game would increase your odds of winning. Ward Greg Berhalter has shown he knows how to behave in high-pressure situations.

The Netherlands is eighth in the FIFA world rankings (eight ahead of the United States) and has world-class players such as Liverpool's Virgil Van Dijk, Barcelona's Frankie DeJong, and Memphis Depay, but Saturday's game will be tough for the United States.

I guess. Will Verhalter's men reach the quarterfinals for the first time since his 2002?

The Chelsea forward suffered a pelvic bruise when he scored the winning goal against Iran, but Verhalter said he was ready to play on Friday and Pulisic on Saturday. 

Pulisic, nicknamed "Captain America" ​​by some American fans, told reporters on Thursday that he would "work with this paramedic and do everything we can to get him playing." Told. 

Luckily for American fans, the USMNT tweeted on his official Twitter account on Friday night that Pulisic was the winner or ready to play at home against the Netherlands.

A 1-0 victory over Iran, where 'anything can happen, was very rewarding for Berhalter.

Burkhalter and captain Tyler Adams denied accusations of hypocrisy and disrespect when answering tough questions from Iranian journalists at the pre-match press conference. 

The team's ability will give Verhalter and the American fans a lot of confidence ahead of Saturday's game." Anything can happen here," said Verhalter before the game.

"This is a great opportunity, but we don't consider it an honor. We deserve to be where we are and we intend to stay that way."

While Pulisic was the undisputed star of the USMNT, Captain Adams was the driving force and heart of the team.

The Leeds midfielder displayed his coolness both on and off the pitch and was praised for his coolness and eloquence when answering questions from Iranian journalists.

Coach Halter praised his "general" after defeating Iran.

"He's a general and a strategist. He goes there and sets an example. People listen when he speaks.”

The opponent

If the United States can play most of their games against Iran and England, they could reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time since 2002.

USMNT has confidence in the Dutch team who are recovering poorly in Qatar.

Luis van Gaal's side won the final game against Senegal thanks to his two errors in goalkeeper Eduardo his Mendy and took one point against Ecuador, which they were lucky enough not to lose. , has been dominant so far.

His 2-0 victory over Qatar for the team was more convincing, even considering Qatar's poor performance in the tournament.

What the coach said:

Few would have expected the Netherlands to be serious contenders for this World Cup. And Van Gaal, a manager known for his pragmatism, his head coach would be delighted that the team has qualified for Group A, even though he has yet to form a squad.

Now in his third term as manager of the Dutch national team, the 71-year-old dismissed reporters' allegations that his team's performance against Qatar was "horribly boring" at the quarter-final press conference before the game.

"Fanatical." And shrewd "U.S. team." know.

“They work very hard and have great ball control.

“The USA have shown they are a great team. I would say they are one of the best teams. [But] nothing is insurmountable," van Gaal said Friday. Added Friday. Reuters. "America is a very energetic team.

We have some very strong physical players, all of our opponents are tough, and as you can see from the results, we will do our best to beat them. That's it."

Keys’ Threat of Netherlands

The Dutchman had just eight shots in three games in the group stage, but star candidate Cody Gakpo scored five goals.

The 23-year-old is likely to have significantly increased his transfer fee in this tournament, scoring three goals with his right foot, left foot, and header for Dutch club PSV Eindhoven and qualifying for Kylian's 2022 World Cup Golden Boot. led the race. Mbappe, Marcus Rashford, Alvaro Morata, and Ener Valencia.

Manchester United are already reportedly clubs fighting over each other's World Cup contracts, with fellow Dutchman Van Dijk saying the winger's chances will see him 'go to the moon and come back. Said it can be done.

"He's a very good player and a good boy," said the Liverpool defender. "What we see in training we see on the pitch. There are still a lot of possibilities and I hope he continues to show them. We are very happy with him.

Van Gaal said. "Things can change, but Cody has everything it takes to be a star. He has a great personality to be a star player. Because he is open to everyone.

This team played against Ecuador's Athletic team. - With Van Dijk and midfielder De Jong - to stand the test of time in America.