Football players see the difference with the United States is still big

“It was a completely different game, in terms of pressure and atmosphere,” said forward Jill Roord. “We played football every now and then, but we always created too little. I think we were more on the ball than in the World Cup final. I think it was a very good one. test match to see where we are at. I think we have now started the preparation for the Olympics and we have to grow again in order to look better when we meet the US We still have some time, but we have to yet what’s going to happen. “

Midfielder Jackie Groenen has seen some bright spots. “When we were on the ball we showed some football, I think. If we could open the game from side to side, there was a bit of space. It just needs to be faster.” , she said. “If the gap with America has narrowed? I’m having a hard time answering that now. I think we should take a good look at where things were wrong. Then we can work on that.”

Arjan Veurink, who replaced Sarina Wiegman as national coach, found the exhibition match useful despite the difference in strength. “We have a good idea of ​​where we are now and what areas we need to develop further to be able to beat America.”