New Delhi: Virgil Van Dijk was given his first red card for the Netherlands, as he was booked, first in the 76th minute, and then a second yellow meaning a red was given in the 81st minute of the game. Following Friday night’s 1-1 Nations League tie with Hungary, a number of Liverpool supporters celebrated the “absolutely brilliant” news that the center-back will be suspended for the Dutch team’s upcoming away match against Germany on social media. This implies that he will probably be more rested for the Reds’ upcoming Premier League game.
It is clear to see that fans around the world are extremely frustrated by the new system and the hectic schedule that has been adopted by FIFA. This schedule is already showing effects as certain players are getting injured during the international break, as their is no rest given to these players whatsoever. Recent additions of Riccardo Calafiori, Martin Odegaard, Eric Konsa, Vitinha, Eder Militao and a few more players, to the injury list during international break, have angered the fans and clubs, raising a question on the hectic schedule for this season.
This is how Liverpool fans reacted to Van Dijk’s international suspension
Virgil Van Dijk is shown his first red card for the Netherlands 🟥 pic.twitter.com/ZhDe1RP02r
— B/R Football (@brfootball) October 11, 2024
There is no doubt about the importance that Van Dijk holds in this Liverpool squad. The vetertan defender is without a doubt one of the best defenders in the world, and he has maintained that reputation for years now. However, he brings much more than that to the team, proving himself as true leader and an important figure for the Arne Slot’s side. Liverpool fans were delighted to see him get that red card, as the Red’s supporters had some interesting comments to make regarding his suspension for the next international game against Germany.
It is fair to say that these fans would certainly want their captain to be fit and well rested during their next Premier League fixture, which is an important one for the Reds, against Chelsea who are currently in red hot form. Certain fans expressed their thoughts on Van Dijk’s suspension, as they were ‘relieved’, that the Dutch superstar will get enought rest and time off from the pitch, to be fully fit against Chelsea, once the club football action resumes.
Liverpool currently atop the Premier League table, while Chelsea sit in fourth position. Liverpool will be welcoming Maresca’s side to Anfield and it is a must win for them, if they want to maintain the top spot. Van Dijk must be at the top of his game to keep out the in form Blues.
The Dutch situation
With three group games left, the Dutch still have a three point lead over Marco Rossi’s Hungarian side and are still well positioned to advance to the Nations League quarterfinals despite the draw against Hungary. But for their crucial matchup with Germany, who currently top the group after their 2-1 win against Bosnia, they will be without their talisman, Virgil Van Dijk.
Liverpool fans are overjoyed and celebrating their captain, Virgil van Dijk’s red card against Hungary as the Dutch defender picked up two quickfire bookings, meaning he will be suspended against Germany. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
