Netherlands striker Robin van Persie 'doubtful' for World Cup semi-final against Argentina

Netherlands forward Robin van Persie could miss tomorrow's World Cup semi-final against Argentina with a stomach problem.

The Manchester United striker, who has netted three goals at the tournament, had to train away from his teammates today and is now a serious doubt for Wednesday's match in Sao Paulo.

"He has a stomach problem, an intestinal problem. I don't know [if he will play]," Dutch coach Louis van Gaal told a press conference this afternoon.

"I will decide [on Wednesday]."

There was some positive news for Oranje, though, with other injury doubts Ron Vlaar and Leroy Fer both taking part in training.