Time to call Arne Slot
Hans Kraay Junior reviews the Netherlands' early exit from the World Cup, expressing concerns about the group draw and the tactics used.


Hans Kraay Junior, known for his expressive opinions and constant monitoring of football events, shared his thoughts on the early elimination of the Dutch national team from the 2026 World Cup. In an interview with Marco Timmer, he discusses the concerns that have accompanied him since the draw was announced. He already had a feeling that a meeting with Morocco in the knockout phase might be inevitable. Ronald Koeman, the Netherlands coach, expressed his satisfaction with the draw, but Kraay had a different opinion. "After two weeks, we already had to face a strong Morocco or Brazil. I have the impression that for others, the tournament is just starting, and the Oranje are already returning home, floating somewhere over the Atlantic with a feeling of a bit of a disaster," says Kraay. In his analysis, he reflects on Koeman's tactics, suggesting that it is time to talk to Arne Slot to understand what went wrong.
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