Football
Oranje Secures First Victory Under Xavi with Meerdink's Two Goals Against Serbia
The Netherlands national football team achieved its first victory under coach Xavi Hernandez by defeating Serbia 2-1 in Belgrade during the Nations League. Mexx Meerdink scored both goals for AZ Alkmaar, including a penalty after Cody Gakpo was injured, and a second goal following Luka Jovic's equalizer for Serbia. Meerdink, whose inclusion in the squad followed Donyell Malen's injury, provided the decisive performance despite the team showing vulnerabilities. The win allows Oranje to approach upcoming matches against Greece and a return fixture against Serbia with confidence, although the play at Rajko Mitic Stadium was not described as spectacular.
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