WORLD CUP 2022 TOP PLAYS: NETHERLANDS DEFEATS SENEGAL, 2-0

Early on, the Netherlands continued to put pressure on Senegal and came out prepared to fight.

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The Netherlands had an early opportunity to take the lead in this game, but their attempts fell just short, and there was no scoring. As they entered the break, both teams appeared dangerous.

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Memphis Depay, one of Stu Holden's top 50 players at 2018 World Cup, arrived for the Netherlands after the break. The Netherlands will largely rely on their star striker for goals.

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In contrast, Senegal suffered another significant loss due to injury when Cheikhou Kouyate was compelled to leave Monday's game after a good first half.

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In the 84th minute, a Cody Gakpo header gave the Netherlands the lead and raised the crowd to their feet.

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Netherlands midfielder Davy Klaassen added a second and final goal in the last few minutes to seal the win.

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