Netherlands' Greatest World Cup Moments

The Dutch national team has a great history of success at the FIFA World Cup. In terms of performances in this final event, Holland really ranks among the top 10 nations.

In four separate tournaments, Holland was one of the top four teams. In 1974, 1978, and 2010, the Dutch national team failed in the World Cup final, while in 1998, after falling to Brazil on penalties in the semifinal, it finished fourth.

Before we get to Qatar 2022, let's have a look at the Netherlands' Greatest World Cup Moments and remember these fantastic moments to get a sense of what to anticipate from this squad in the newest grand tournament.

A ranked list of Netherlands' Greatest World Cup Moments

Without further ado, let's hop into the article that we have organized with a ranked list of the

Netherlands' Greatest World Cup Moments

.

10. Edgar Davids to the rescue

Starting the list of

Netherlands' Greatest World Cup Moments

with Edgar Davids's brilliant goal.

In 1998, the Netherlands were facing difficulties in their round-of-16 match against Yugoslavia. It was still 1-1 at the end of the second half.

There was also

. "The Pitbull" smashed it past a befuddled Ivica Kralj from the edge of the area, securing the Netherlands' passage to the quarterfinals.

Consider what may have happened if Davids had not scored. We might not have seen

's miraculous goal against Argentina in the quarterfinals if the Netherlands had been eliminated.

9. West Germany finally defeated

Even though the Netherlands fell to

in the 1974 World Cup final, the Dutch team's "Total Football" strategy had already defeated the East Germans. Holland defeated them 2-0 in the tournament's second round.

The Netherlands and Germany have historically been bitter rivals because they are geographical neighbors. Although the 1974 final loss would eventually make matters worse, this triumph was sweet.

8. Kluivert saves the day

A match between two elite footballing nations took place in the 1998 World Cup semifinal between the Netherlands and Brazil. Also competing were Ronaldo, a Brazilian striker, and Patrick Kluivert, a Dutch striker.

Ronaldo had put the game on the board in the 46th minute. With a clever header from Kluivert, Ronald de Boer's assist enabled Holland to tie the score in the 87th minute.

Brazil ultimately prevailed in the game by penalties. The goal was Ronaldo's, but

failed to take a shot.

7. A superb match Against Brazil in 2010

The Netherlands faced an eager and determined Brazil in the 2010 World Cup quarterfinal.

During the halftime break, the Dutch situation was not looking good. Felipe Melo's deft through ball gave Robinho the opportunity to score the game's only goal in the first half. Additionally, the Brazilians appeared to be far more likely to influence events that evening in South Africa.

However, Wesley Sneijder of the Netherlands scored twice after the break to eliminate Brazil completely from the cup.

6. Beating Brazil once again

Even though the final was a disaster, many people consider Holland's performance against Brazil in the 1978 World Cup's second round to be the peak of "Total Football."

Against the Brazilians, who had won the championship four years prior, the Dutch scored twice. Holland demonstrated to the world that Total Football had arrived by taking the lead against the former champions.

The Brazilians launched some very brutal tackles at the end of the game, virtually escalating the situation on the field. But the Dutch persevered, winning the game 2-0.

5. Runner up in 1978

In 1974, the Netherlands mesmerized the world with their "Total Football." After losing to West Germany in the championship match, they ultimately finished in second place. However, they tried again in 1978, albeit without head coach Rinus Michels and star player Johan Cruyff.

The Dutch made it to the final for the second time in a row. They lost again, this time to Argentina, making it two straight defeats.

People are still curious about what may have happened if Cruyff had been present more than 30 years ago.

4. 2nd Place celebration

Despite their legendary reputation, Holland's "Total Football" team from 1974 was unable to capture the World Cup. They lost to West Germany in the championship game.

Some claim that Holland's defeat in the championship game cemented their faith as the second most enduring.

The Dutch didn't seem to care as much as you might anticipate after Spain defeated the Netherlands in the 2010 championship match. They even threw a huge party to celebrate.

3. Dennis Bergkamp Goal in 1998

You must score legendary goals if you want to become a legendary forward. And Dennis Bergkamp accomplished exactly that in the Netherlands' 1998 quarterfinal match against Argentina.

Holland advanced to the tournament's semifinals thanks to Dennis Bergkamp's extraordinary technique, vision, and audacity after defender Frank de Boer's precise long pass. In a thrilling game, it was the winning goal.

Words hardly do justice to this objective. In a later interview with ITV4, Bergkamp stated, "I think the moment itself was wonderful.

Unsurprisingly, many people consider Bergkamp's goal to be among the best World Cup goals of all time.

2. Overall performance and 2nd place in 2010

Before we get to the top of the Netherlands' Greatest World Cup Moments list, there is a runner-up we would like to review.

About Holland's strategies and playing style during the

, much has been stated. It's still commendable that Holland was able to make it to the World Cup final for the first time since 1978, regardless of how they achieved it.

In the end, a goal from

in extra time cost the Dutch the championship match against Spain.

Maybe the Spaniards were just meant to win. But the Netherlands was nearly there. If only Casillas hadn't stopped Robben in the 62nd minute from slipping the ball past him.

1. Total Football in 1974

We have talked a lot about Total Football, and in this section of

Netherlands' Greatest World Cup Moments

which happens to be the last item on the list, we will describe it.

There have been a few legendary football teams, but one like Holland in 1974 may never exist. This team has been recognized as one of the best teams in history since they invented "Total Football."

"Total Football" was an aggressive ethos based on possession and the use of space that was created by captain

and coach Rinus Michels. Coaches all across the world, including Louis van Gaal and Pep Guardiola, have been affected by it.

It's a football style, according to some. Others view it as art.

Unfortunately, Michels' team ultimately fell to West Germany in 1974 final, but they nevertheless hold legendary status today.

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