Netherlands coach Frank de Boer will make only two changes to his starting lineup for Monday’s (June 21) last Euro 2020 group game against North Macedonia in an effort to improve performance even though his side is guaranteed top spot. As the Dutch won their first two and North Macedonia are already out, the game is a dead rubber so there was speculation De Boer may rest regulars and give fringe players a run out.
On the eve of the Group C match at the Johan Cruyff Arena, he confirmed there would be a double change but did not say who, telling a news conference the priority was improvement.
His team let a two-goal lead slip against Ukraine before sneaking victory and also looked lethargic at times in the win over Austria.
“Everything can be better. We could have done better in possession against Austria. In the front, the tuning can also be sharper. Those kind of things we can work on (against North Macedonia),” he said.
De Boer confirmed he would stay with the new 5-3-2 tactics, having successfully employed three centre backs and two wing backs to good effect in their opening two encounters. “The system remains the same, because we`ve had good passages of play, but we can still improve,” he said.
De Boer expressed relief that lead attacker Memphis Depay has settled his future by signing with Barcelona on Saturday.
“I think it’s a relief for him too. Now it’s behind us. It can sit subconsciously in your head and, who knows, this could just be the extra push he needs to excel,” he said.
Here are the complete details from the UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands:
When is the UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands?
The UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands will be played on Monday (June 21).
What time does the UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands start?
The UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands will start at 9:30pm as per IST.
Where is the UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands being played?
The UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands will be played at the Amsterdam Arena in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Which TV channels will broadcast the UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands in India?
The UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands will be telecast on Sony Ten 2 (HD), Sony Ten 3 (HD-Hindi). Sony Six (HD) and Sony Ten 4 (HD) will have regional coverage in India.
How can I livestream the UEFA Euro 2020 match between North Macedonia and Netherlands?
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