Centre-backs are often overlooked when discussing the best footballers. It probably has a lot to do with the fact that they’re not extensively involved with the glamorous side of the game, like scoring goals or playmaking. But top centre-backs can quite often be the difference between a good team and a great one. It’s a…
Liverpool star Virgil van Dijk has hit back at pundit Marco van Basten for his criticisms following the Netherlands’ 1-1 FIFA World Cup draw against Ecuador on 25 November. Holland went in front via a sixth-minute Cody Gakpo goal, but that was as good as it got for them in the attacking third. Manager Louis…
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has named former Arsenal and Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud as the toughest opponent he has ever faced. Giroud made a reputation for himself as a player who scored in important games. The Frenchman has also scored some absolutely spectacular goals during his career. While speaking to Gary Neville on the…
Former Liverpool goalkeeper Sander Westerveld has claimed that the 2022-23 season is turning out to be the worst campaign of Virgil van Dijk’s career as a Reds player. Liverpool, who won the domestic cup double last term, have made a poor start to their 2022-23 season. They currently sit eighth in the Premier League with…
Liverpool are scheduled to take on Brighton & Hove Albion in their eighth Premier League game of the season at Anfield tomorrow (October 1). Ahead of the encounter, Brighton striker Deniz Undav’s recent comments about coming up against Virgil van Dijk have resurfaced. Undav joined the Seagulls from Belgian side Union SG in a deal…
Football fans on Twitter were quick to compare Virgil van Dijk to Manchester United defender Harry Maguire after Ajax scored against Liverpool on Tuesday (September 13). The Netherlands international allowed a shot from midfielder Mohammed Kudus to find the back of the net in the UEFA Champions League group stage fixture at Anfield. The goal…
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) winger Neymar has provided a glowing assessment of Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk. The Brazil international showered the Dutchman with praise, complimenting the defender’s strength and intelligence. In an interview with DAZN Canada, Neymar was asked to describe what it’s like to play against Van Dijk. The former Barcelona forward said (via Liverpool Echo):…
Virgil van Dijk couldn’t hide his disgust at the positioning of Liverpool teammate Fabinho during a training session this week. As seen in LFCTV’s Inside training video, some of the squad were partaking in a rondo exercise, with the Brazilian international in the middle. Instead of picking up space, the 28-year-old defensive midfielder decided to…
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk isn’t taking anything for granted ahead of his side’s visit to Old Trafford to face arch-rivals Manchester United on August 22 He admitted that while they had good results last season, the Reds will need to work hard to beat the Red Devils. Jurgen Klopp’s side beat Manchester United 5-0…
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has advised Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland to stay focused, while also predicting great things for the centre-forward. Haaland endured a disappointing debut in the Community Shield as City fell to a 3-1 defeat against Jurgen Klopp’s side, with his misery complete after a horrific miss inside the six-yard box…
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