The Dutch team looked workmanlike in qualifying, but still won 3 out of 3. They had a hard last 16 game lined up against Slovakia, who had shocked the world by putting Italy on the plane home.
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Holland were happy to see their talismanic striker Arjen Robben back in the team, and he proved to be their lucky charm with an excellent solo goal in the 18th minute to give them a comfort zone.
Slovakia tried hard but couldn’t find a breakthrough against the tight Holland defence, and when Sneijder made it 2-0 six minutes from the end it was all over for the Slovaks.
They got a consolation through a penalty in the last minute, but they can go home proud of their achievements. They certainly made their mark on the tournament.
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