Dutch Slam Horrendous' Liverpool star as Jurgen Klopp Germany draws

Dutch fans slammed Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch after Jurgen Klopp’s Germany drew 1‑1 with the Netherlands in Amsterdam, a match that saw Felix Nmecha open the scoring before Cody Gakpo equalised in injury time. The criticism erupted despite the star’s full‑time display.

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Klopp and Xavi’s inaugural internationals

Xavi and Jurgen Klopp took charge of their first matches in international management on Thursday night, overseeing the Netherlands’ Nations League clash with Germany in Amsterdam. Xavi succeeded Ronald Koeman after the Dutch World Cup disappointment, while Klopp replaced Julian Nagelsmann following Germany’s early exit.

The encounter at the Johan Cruyff Arena ended 1‑1, with Felix Nmecha’s first‑half strike cancelled out by Cody Gakpo’s injury‑time equaliser. Klopp’s side conceded a late goal that denied a victory.

Fans turned their frustration on Gravenberch, describing his display as “terribly weak” and “utterly horrendous”. One supporter suggested he might move to the Saudi Pro League next season, while another called his performance “invisible”. The 24‑year‑old Premier League winner will need to improve to retain Xavi’s trust.

German goal sparks Dutch protest at Johan Cruyff Arena

The Netherlands now face Serbia, Greece and Serbia again before the end of the current international break, giving Gravenberch ample opportunity to impress his new national team boss.