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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F13%2F12%2Fholland-estonia.jpg "Rafael van der Vaart scores for the Netherlands in their World Cup qualifying match with Estonia on March 22, 2013")
Rafael van der Vaart accepts being second best for Netherlands
Rafael van der Vaart concedes that he is no longer first choice in the Netherlands starting lineup.Mar 24, 13:38
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Dwight Tiendalli hopes for Netherlands recognition
Swansea City full-back Dwight Tiendalli reveals that he is close to senior call-up for the Netherlands national team.Mar 23, 23:40
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Jonathan de Guzman hopes for permanent Swansea City deal
Jonathan de Guzman says that he would like to stay with Swansea City beyond his season-long loan with the club.Mar 23, 17:24
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Louis van Gaal expects Wesley Sneijder absence
Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal reveals that Wesley Sneijder is expected to miss Tuesday's World Cup qualifier against Romania with a groin injury.Mar 23, 01:36
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Arjen Robben frustrated with life on bench
Arjen Robben says that he was "delighted" to get a 45-minute run-out for the Netherlands in midweek.Feb 9, 04:05
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Michel Vorm out of Holland squad
Michel Vorm withdraws for the Holland squad ahead of their meeting with Italy because of a knee injury.Feb 4, 12:34
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Edgar Davids: 'Roberto Mancini lacks people management skills'
Edgar Davids says that Roberto Mancini lacks "people management" skills.Nov 17, 04:55
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Germany held by Holland
Holland and Germany endure a frustrating goalless draw at the Amsterdam Arena.Nov 14, 21:28
Louis van Gaal blames Uli Hoeness for Bayern exit
Louis van Gaal says that Uli Hoeness was responsible for his sacking as manager of Bayern Munich.Oct 31, 17:08
Holland manager Louis van Gaal proud of 100% record in World Cup qualifying
Louis van Gaal admits that he is proud of his start as Holland manager after he made it four wins from four with a 4-1 win against Romania on Tuesday.Oct 16, 22:59
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Preview:Romania vs. Netherlands
Sports Mole previews Group D's contest between Romania and the Netherlands with both sides vying for the top spot in their World Cup qualifying campaign.Oct 15, 10:34
Louis van Gaal wants more Netherlands goals
Holland coach Louis van Gaal is unhappy that his side didn't score more goals during Friday's 3-0 win over Andorra.Oct 13, 00:56
Netherlands ease past Andorra
The Netherlands ease to a 3-0 victory over Andorra in tonight's World Cup qualifier in Rotterdam.Oct 12, 20:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F12%2F24%2FVanDerVaart_20120617.jpg "Rafael Van der Vaart, Joao Pereira")
Preview:Netherlands vs. Andorra
Sports Mole previews tonight's World Cup qualifier between the Netherlands and Andorra, with the Dutch outfit looking for their third consecutive victory.Oct 12, 10:03
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Robin van Persie to miss out for Holland?
Klaas-Jan Huntelaar is thought to be ahead of Robin van Persie for a place in the Holland starting lineup against Andorra on Friday.Oct 10, 18:29
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FC Twente chairman: 'Fulham have not bid for Douglas'
FC Twente chairman Joop Musterman says that the club have not had an offer from Fulham for Brazilian defender Douglas.Aug 22, 19:59
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F11%2F49%2Fvanpersie10.12.jpg "Robin Van Persie")
Louis van Gaal willing to help Robin van Persie with future decision
Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal says that Robin van Persie must make the final decision regarding his Arsenal future but is willing to help the striker.Aug 15, 08:15
Wesley Sneijder named Netherlands captain for Belgium friendly
Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal names Wesley Sneijder as captain for the friendly international against Belgium on Wednesday.Aug 14, 23:14
Louis van Gaal reveals Robin van Persie will play in Arsenal friendly
Holland manager Louis van Gaal reveals that Robin van Persie will play 45 minutes for Arsenal against FC Cologne on Sunday.Aug 11, 22:59
Louis van Gaal: 'I considered Liverpool role'
Louis van Gaal says that he was interested in joining Liverpool before deciding to become the Netherlands' new manager.Aug 10, 15:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F11%2F39%2Fpatrickkluivert_20080123.jpg "Patrick Kluivert")
Patrick Kluivert agrees to join Holland's coaching staff
Patrick Kluivert agrees a deal to join Holland manager Louis van Gaal's coaching team.Aug 1, 12:31
Patrick Kluivert appointed Louis van Gaal's assistant for Netherlands
Patrick Kluivert has been appointed as Louis van Gaal's assistant coach at Netherlands.Jul 21, 12:01
Louis van Gaal named Netherlands coach
Louis van Gaal is named as the new manager of the Netherlands national team.Jul 6, 18:42
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Brendan Rodgers demanded full control
Brendan Rodgers says that he demanded full control of the day-to-day running of the club, rather than working under a sporting director.Jun 2, 02:30
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Former Rangers director Gordon Smith was contacted by Liverpool
Former Rangers director Gordon Smith turns down the chance to become Liverpool's new director of football in favour of offers elsewhere.May 31, 08:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F12%2F22%2Fbr.jpg "Brendan Rodgers")
Brendan Rodgers 'refused' to work under sporting director
Brendan Rodgers was reportedly adamant that he would not work under a sporting director at Liverpool.May 30, 21:50
Steve Staunton: 'Reds targets won't work with Louis van Gaal'
Potential new Liverpool managers will be put off the role with Louis van Gaal as director of football, according to Steve Staunton.May 29, 07:42
Liverpool meet with Louis van Gaal
Liverpool managing director Ian Ayre has reportedly held formal talks with Louis van Gaal over the Dutchman becoming the club's new sporting director.May 27, 00:07
Louis van Gaal searching for perfect job
Louis van Gaal reveals his desire to find a suitable job and is eager to work in a managerial position rather than a director of football role.May 25, 02:30
Dirk Kuyt backs Louis van Gaal for Liverpool role
Dirk Kuyt is sure that Louis van Gaal will be a success, should he be appointed Liverpool's new sporting director.May 24, 12:34
Louis van Gaal in line for Liverpool role
Liverpool target Louis van Gaal for the new position of sporting director, according to reports.May 22, 22:39
Van Gaal: Benfica can beat Chelsea
Louis Van Gaal believes that Benfica have a "good chance" of beating Chelsea when the two sides meet in the last eight of the Champions League.Mar 18, 23:00
Roman Abramovich wants Louis van Gaal at Chelsea
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich reportedly targets Louis van Gaal as the next manager at Stamford Bridge.Mar 17, 23:36
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Preview:FC Basel vs. Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich travel to FC Basel without a number of squad members. Sports Mole previews the German club's chances of progressing through to the next round of the Champions League.Feb 21, 15:37
Louis van Gaal appointed Ajax director
Louis van Gaal is appointed the director of football at former club Ajax.Nov 16, 18:41
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