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Depay, Dumfries score, Netherlands tops Austria at Euro 2020

Memphis Depay and Denzel Dumfries scored a goal each to give the Netherlands a 2-0 victory over Austria and a spot in the round of 16 at the European Championship

JUNE 17, 2021 • Associated Press

Leads Holland in clearances De Ligt took one shot (on goal),blocked a shot, made two tackles (winning one) and three clearances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Austria.

Impact De Ligt helped the Netherlands keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back three. The center back finished with the second highest amount of tackles on the team, while leading Holland in tackles and blocks in the win.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will start Thursday De Ligt (groin) will start Thursday's match against Austria, confirmed manager Frank de Boer.

Impact De Ligt missed the opener with a lingering groin issue, but it looks like he's good to go and will be in the XI Thursday. Netherlands don't have the most consistent defense and that was seen against Ukraine, and Austria will be similarly difficult to lock down.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad Sunday De Ligt (groin) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Ukraine.

Impact De Ligt was expected to be ready for Sunday's match after returning to training earlier in the week, but he may have suffered a setback with his groin issue. In his place, youngster Jurrien Timber is getting a start in a three-man back line.

JUNE 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The Athletic's 10 Euro stars: Matthijs de Ligt - he's not your ordinary footballer Matthijs de Ligt does not fit the stereotype of a prodigious footballer - but without Virgil van Dijk his country needs him more than ever

JUNE 10, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Back in training De Ligt (groin) returned to training Tuesday ahead of the June 13 Euro match against Ukraine.

Impact It's a good sign for De Ligt, who gets another five days to build up his strength and return to full fitness. It's not guaranteed he'll be 100 percent healthy, but if he's training in some part already, he should be ready to start against Ukraine in the first group match.

JUNE 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Misses friendly De Ligt isn't available for Sunday's friendly against Georgia due to a groin issue suffered Saturday, manager Frank de Boer told the media.

Impact De Ligt is as close to a lock among the defensive starters for the Dutch team at the Euros, but even a low-grade strain could limit his availability for the entire group stage and longer. Daley Blind has been given the first chance to fill the gap left by De Ligt at center-back, though Joel Veltman is another option as well.

JUNE 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

EURO 2020: Phil Foden leads continent's young stars

Any European Championship offers young players a chance to make their name on the international stage

JUNE 2, 2021 • Associated Press

Dutch soccer star Matthijs de Ligt changes tune on COVID-19 vaccine

Matthijs de Ligt, a current defender for Juventus and a member of the Dutch national team, quickly changed his tune on whether to get the co...

MAY 30, 2021 • FOXNEWS.COM

Dutch soccer star Matthijs de Ligt plans to avoid COVID-19 vaccine

Matthijs de Ligt, a current defender for Juventus and a member of the Dutch national team, said Saturday he has no interest in getting the C...

MAY 29, 2021 • FOXNEWS.COM

Bows out versus Bologna De Ligt drew one foul, won one duel nd had one clearance and left the game at half-time due to an apparent ankle injury in Sunday's 4-1 win over Bologna.

Impact De Ligt turned his ankle in a collision with ten minutes to go in the first half and did not re-emerge from the locker room after intermission. The early indication is that the problem is not severe, but he will be fully evaluated by Dutch doctor ahead of Euro 2021. He concluded the season with one goal, one assists, 37 tackles and 64 clearances in 27 Serie A matches.

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws four fouls in Inter clash De Ligt had three interceptions and two clearances, won five duels and drew four fouls in Saturday's 3-2 win over Inter.

Impact De Ligt had a decent performance, but he caused a PK in the first half by inadvertently clipping Lautaro Martinez in the box. He has tallied 36 tackles, 32 interceptions and 63 clearances in 26 appearances, contributing to three clean sheets. Juventus will face Bologna away next Sunday.

MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stifling versus Sassuolo De Ligt had six clearances, one interception and three blocks and won five duels in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Sassuolo.

Impact De Ligt had a dominating display in the back even though his side again did not manage to keep a clean sheet. He has registered 61 clearances, 29 interceptions and 21 blocks in 25 appearances. Juventus will host Inter Saturday,

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The Latest: 3 Mavericks players out under COVID-19 protocols

Dallas Mavericks players Jalen Brunson, Josh Richardson and Dorian Finney-Smith are listed as out on the NBA’s injury report for the team's next game because of health and safety p...

JANUARY 8, 2021 • Associated Press

Will not return against Roma De Ligt (thigh, rest) will be unavailable in Saturday's clash with Roma.

Impact De Ligt will be given some more rest after mildly hurting his thigh a week ago. He is expected to be fine for Augst 7th's UCL match against Lyon. Two among Daniele Rugani, Leonardo Bonucci, Merih Demiral and Giorgio Chiellini will start against Roma.

AUGUST 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Cagliari game De Ligt (thigh) was not included in Juventus' squad list to face Cagliari Wednesday.

Impact De Ligt subbed off late against Sampdoria but it was just for cramping. He will take a day off in a meaningless game. He will be replaced by either Daniele Rugani or Merih Demiral, although they might both start if Leonardo Bonucci is rested as well.

JULY 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off late against Sampdoria De Ligt had two clearances, one block and one interception and asked to come out late due to an apparent thigh problem in Sunday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact De Ligt got hurt by blocking a shot with a great slide. Even if the problem turns out to be minor, he is unlikely to be used in the final two games since Juventus already clinched the title. His potential replacements are Daniele Rugani and Merih Demiral. Juventus will visit Cagliari Wednesday.

JULY 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss against Udinese De Ligt scored off his lone shot and made four clearances, a block and an interception during Thursday's 2-1 loss against Udinese.

Impact De Ligt opened the scoring in the 42nd minute with a beautiful right-footed strike from outside the box and paced his side and clearances. But he ended up being the villain, being nutmegged by Seko Fofana on the game-winning play for the opposition. The Dutch centre-back will next face Sampdoria on Sunday.

JULY 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two duels against Lazio De Ligt (shoulder) had one clearance, drew one foul, created one scoring chance and won two duels in Thursday's 2-1 win over Lazio.

Impact De Ligt put up small numbers given that Lazio attacked only late in the game. He is going to play through his shoulder issue, at least until Juventus clinch the title, which could happen later this week. They will face Udinese away Thursday.

JULY 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Matthijs de Ligt Is Quietly Becoming the Best Defender in Serie A Despite Juventus' Struggles If Juventus supporters were praying that coach Maurizio Sarri had solved the enigma which engulfed his side's attacking fluidity prior to th...

JUNE 27, 2020 • 12UP.COM

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Depay, Dumfries score, Netherlands tops Austria at Euro 2020

EURO 2020: Phil Foden leads continent's young stars

Dutch soccer star Matthijs de Ligt changes tune on COVID-19 vaccine

Dutch soccer star Matthijs de Ligt plans to avoid COVID-19 vaccine

The Latest: 3 Mavericks players out under COVID-19 protocols