Bart Verbruggen Named Netherlands' First-Choice Goalkeeper for Euro 2024

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June 5, 2024

Netherlands national team manager, Ronald Koeman, has confirmed that Bart Verbruggen will be the team's starting goalkeeper for the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament. The announcement comes after much speculation and debate surrounding the position.

Verbruggen, who plays for Anderlecht in the Belgian First Division A, has impressed Koeman with his performances in recent months. The 25-year-old has kept clean sheets in six of his last seven appearances for the club and has made several crucial saves to help his team secure important victories.

Koeman praised Verbruggen's talent and commitment, saying: "Bart has earned this opportunity through his hard work and dedication. He has shown great maturity and composure between the posts, and I am confident that he will perform well for us at Euro 2024."

Verbruggen will now have the chance to establish himself as one of the top goalkeepers in Europe. He will be expected to help the Netherlands challenge for their first major international trophy since winning the European Championship in 1988.

The Netherlands are in Group D for Euro 2024, alongside Germany, Hungary, and Portugal. They will begin their campaign on June 16 against Hungary.