Netherlands national football team

The Netherlands National Football Team (known by its fans as Oranje, after their orange outfits) is one of Europe's best national teams, having won the European Championship in 1988, and having reached two consecutive World Cup finals, but losing both (1974 and 1978).

Distinguished players

Dutch players who have reached the milestone of 50 caps are:

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Other notable players who have represented the Netherlands include (note, this is not a comprehensive list):

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• Bold = still playing
• Italic = retired from International football but still playing club football