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Netherlands national football team
World Cup | Semi-Finals
Jul 9, 2014 at 9pm UK
 
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Team News: Robin van Persie, Nigel de Jong start for Netherlands against Argentina

Both Robin van Persie and Nigel de Jong are selected to start for Netherlands in tonight's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

Both Robin van Persie and Nigel de Jong have been selected to start for Netherlands in tonight's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.

Van Persie was doubtful because of a stomach problem, while De Jong was initially ruled out of the whole tournament with a groin injury.

De Jong's return is the only change made by Louis van Gaal, with the AC Milan man replacing Memphis Depay in the starting XI.

Argentina, meanwhile, make two changes to their lineup.

Marcos Rojo returns from suspension to replace Jose Maria Basanta at left-back, while Enzo Perez is the man selected to fill in for the injured Angel di Maria in midfield.

Sergio Aguero is fit again, but hasn't been selected in attack.

Netherlands: Cillessen; De Vrij, Vlaar, Martins Indi; Kuyt, De Jong, Wijnaldum; Sneijder, Blind; Robben, Van Persie

The Netherlands players pose for a team photo prior to the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Semi Final match between the Netherlands and Argentina at Arena de Sao Paulo on July 9, 2014© Getty Images

Argentina: Romero; Zabaleta, Demichelis, Garay, Rojo; Perez, Biglia, Mascherano; Lavezzi, Higuain, Messi

Argentina players pose for a team photo prior to the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Semi Final match between the Netherlands and Argentina at Arena de Sao Paulo on July 9, 2014© Getty Images

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