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Van Dijk stays on but Depay omitted from Xavi’s first Netherlands squad
AI EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Newly appointed Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez announced his inaugural national squad ahead of the upcoming Nations League fixtures. Captain Virgil van Dijk has retained his place in the team, while country's record goalscorer Memphis Depay was notably excluded from the selection.
WHY IT MATTERS
The roster selection marks the beginning of a new tactical era for the Dutch national team under Xavi Hernandez as they prepare for crucial Nations League matches without their all-time leading scorer.
Sept 18 - Netherlands' record scorer Memphis Depay was left out, but captain Virgil van Dijk continues his international career as new coach Xavi Hernandez named his first squad on Friday for the upcoming Nations League matches.
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