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Dutch Liverpool Stars Criticized After World Cup Qualifier Draw

11/16/2025

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Liverpool's Dutch players, including Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch, and Cody Gakpo, drew criticism after a 1-1 World Cup qualifier with Poland.
Dutch pundit Pierre van Hooijdonk labeled Gravenberch lazy and not tracking opponents.
The Netherlands failed to create chances despite controlling possession.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot is concerned about his players' form as they return after the Manchester City match, ahead of Nottingham Forest on November 22.

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Liverpool's Dutch players, including Virgil van Dijk, Ryan Gravenberch, and Cody Gakpo, drew criticism after a 1-1 World Cup qualifier with Poland.
Dutch pundit Pierre van Hooijdonk labeled Gravenberch lazy and not tracking opponents.
The Netherlands failed to create chances despite controlling possession.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot is concerned about his players' form as they return after the Manchester City match, ahead of Nottingham Forest on November 22.