Coach Koeman unexpectedly fielded a starting lineup without many key players, causing the Netherlands to be slow to get into the rhythm and allowing Austria to dominate the game from the start. Lacking cohesion between the lines, the orange team stumbled in their attack and exposed defensive weaknesses.
Netherlands lack sharpness in attack
From a not-so-dangerous cross from the left wing by the Austrian players, midfielder Malen clumsily put the ball into his own net, causing the Netherlands to fall behind early in the 6th minute and have to chase the ball throughout the match.
Stuck in ball control and scoring, coach Koeman had to change personnel in the first half. The tactical adjustment helped the Netherlands equalize in the second half through Cody Gakpo, but defensive mistakes caused them to concede two more goals at the end of the match.
Austria deserved to win and get a ticket to the round of 16 of Euro 2024
After Schmid put Austria ahead 2-1 in the 59th minute, superstar Memphis Depay levelled the score for the Netherlands in the 75th minute, before the opposition took advantage of the opportunity to score the decisive goal just five minutes later.
Match statistics show that although the Netherlands controlled the ball more than Austria, their finishing ability was less effective. Coach Koeman's team had 1 shot, 2 more than their opponents, but only 2 were on target. Meanwhile, Austria had 5 shots on target.
The Netherlands advanced as the third-placed team with the best group stage performance.
The defeat left the Netherlands with 4 points after finishing the Euro 2024 group stage, from first place in Group D to third place, with Austria rising to take their place with 6 points. France took second place after a draw with Poland. This group has 3 teams entering the round of 16, with two official spots belonging to Austria and France, while the Netherlands became the third-placed team with the best group stage performance to advance.
Source: https://nld.com.vn/euro-2024-tuyen-ha-lan-gay-that-vong-trong-tran-thua-ao-196240626015730891.htm
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