Football
Virgil van Dijk Remains Netherlands Captain Under Coach Xavi
Virgil Van Dijk will continue as captain of the Netherlands national team under new coach Xavi Hernández and has extended his international career by at least two years through the 2028 European Championship. After initial uncertainty about his future, Van Dijk decided to stay following a meeting with Xavi in Liverpool, citing mutual respect and trust. Xavi confirmed Van Dijk's role and praised his fitness and leadership qualities ahead of upcoming Nations League matches against Germany, Serbia, and Greece.
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