I think you guys are unduly pessimistic about the Dutch 'B-team'. It isnt one, not really. The main screws and bolts are still in place with Robben, Van Persie, Boulharouz. The real issue is whether Afellay (who is an excellent player in his own right) will be up to his role as centre attacker, or will have to be replaced by Van Nistelrooy after all.
The guys on Van Bastens list for today are all good, professional and in great shape. I would almost want to engage in a separate bet with those Orgahs who predict a Dutch loss - but that would be outside the scope of this thread.
Afellay will score tonight.![]()
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