Football
'There Was More Life Here Than in Oranje': Belgian and International Media Praise Mark van Bommel's Dream Start
Mark van Bommel received widespread praise from Belgian and international media after leading the Belgian national team, the Red Devils, to a 2-0 victory over Italy in Rome. Dutch coach Van Bommel kept his starting lineup secret until match day, earning compliments for his tactical ambition and confidence from outlets like Het Nieuwsblad, HLN, La Gazzetta dello Sport, and L'Équipe. While Italian press criticized their own team's performance, French media warned of Van Bommel's rapid transitions ahead of Belgium's upcoming Nations League match against France.
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