Weghorst's Return to Oranje: Competition for Striker Position Heats Up

Weghorst's Return to Oranje: Competition for Striker Position Heats Up

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Weghorst's Return to Oranje: Competition for Striker Position Heats Up

Competition for the starting striker position in the Dutch national team heats up as Wout Weghorst returns, creating uncertainty alongside other talented players.

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Wout WeghorstRonald KoemanBrian BrobbeyJoshua ZirkzeeMemphis Depay
What is the main topic of the news article?
Wout Weghorst's recent return to the Dutch national team has created competition for the starting striker position. His performance at the previous World Cup and European Championship makes him a strong contender.
Who are the main candidates for the striker position in the Dutch national team?
Coach Ronald Koeman is considering several players for the striker position, including Weghorst, Brobbey, and Zirkzee, as none have consistently outperformed the others at their clubs recently.
What are coach Ronald Koeman's expectations for the upcoming match against Hungary?
Koeman wants to see improvement from the team's last matches, particularly in ball possession and creating space against defensive opponents. A win against Hungary would secure their spot in the Nations League quarterfinals.
What is the current status of Noa Lang and how is his music career impacting his football career?
Noa Lang is being considered for the right wing, despite his recent focus on music; Koeman is impressed with his on-field performance and sees him as adding quality to the team.
How does the situation with the striker position compare to the situation with the goalkeeper position?
The situation is similar to the goalkeeper position, where there was uncertainty until Bart Verbruggen emerged as the clear first-choice.