Van Gaal hails the “difference-maker” Depay after winning Qatar

dominated the first half as they eventually scored the opener through Cody Gakpo who brilliantly finished Klaassen's assist.

Frenkie de Jong doubled the Dutchmen superiority early in the second half, scoring on a rebound from a shot by

, helping the Netherlands secure their place as the group winners. Praising Depay's effect, van Gaal told his post-match interview:

"The difference is Memphis is playing.

"He was involved in those two goals. That is the big difference.

"We have to bring Memphis into the game gradually, because he hasn't played in about two months."

Being asked whether the Netherlands had

underwhelmed

, the Dutch coach said:

"I think you have a different perspective on football than I.

"Why don't you write down that it's terribly boring and you're going home tomorrow because you couldn't care less?"

On fans concurring the match, Van Gaal said; "

That's disappointing, but I don't agree. I think everyone would be rather proud that we're progressing to the next round

."

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