The Netherlands kicked off their Euro 2024 campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 win against Poland in their Group D opener. The match, played on June 18th, saw a tense battle unfold, with both sides eager to secure a crucial three points.
The Dutch took the lead early in the game, but Poland fought back to equalize and level the score. However, Wout Weghorst emerged as the hero for the Netherlands, scoring a late winner to secure the victory.
This win puts the Netherlands at the top of Group D, with France joining them on the same points-tally and goal difference. The Dutch, however, have scored one more goal than their French counterparts, giving them a slight advantage.
Poland, despite their valiant effort, finds themselves in third place, while Austria remains winless at the bottom of the table. They are the only team in the group yet to find the back of the net.
With this opening win, the Netherlands are off to a strong start in their Euro 2024 journey. They will be hoping to maintain this momentum and secure further victories in the upcoming matches.
