Virgil van Dijk names top favorites for 2026 World Cup
The Netherlands captain praised the performances of Argentina and Brazil early in the tournament.
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Netherlands captain Virgil van Dijk has shared his thoughts on the main contenders for the 2026 World Cup trophy. The defender was particularly impressed by the opening performances of the tournament's top sides.
Great teams. I think Argentina's start showed they are truly determined to defend their title. Brazil also has a very high-quality squad. There are no easy matches in this tournament, but Argentina played as if everything came easily to them. Virgil van Dijk
Van Dijk emphasized that, despite the fierce competition, his primary focus remains on his own team's performance. He highlighted the importance of continuous progress and staying focused throughout the tournament stages.
Notably, the Netherlands have set a new record at this World Cup for the longest unbeaten streak in matches within regular and extra time.