Holanda turn to Brentford defender as Van Dijk sits out
Holanda have called up Brentford defender Sepp van den Berg to replace captain Van Dijk for the upcoming Nations League games, while in Brazil Rede Globo has removed Luis Roberto and installed a new commentator for the Vasco vs Palmeiras showdown. Both stories were highlighted in Notícias.
Netherlands name Sepp van den Berg
Holanda have called up Sepp van den Berg, the 24‑year‑old Brentford centre‑back, to replace captain Van Dijk, who was omitted from the November FIFA window. The selection gives the defender his first senior squad inclusion.
Sepp van den Berg will be available for the Liga das Nações fixtures against Greece on Friday 13 November in Amsterdam and Germany on Monday 16 November in Berlin. Both games are pivotal for Holanda’s quarter‑final ambitions.
Coach Xavi is steering the side while coping with a spate of injury absences. Key players such as Nathan Aké and Jeremie Frimpong are already sidelined.
Holanda share Group B’s lead with Greece, each on eight points from four matches. Germany sit third with five points and Serbia have yet to score.
Xavi will be bolstered by the return of Frenkie de Jong, Donyell Malen and Justin Kluivert for the decisive encounters. Their experience adds depth to the attacking options.
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In addition to the injured defenders, Van Dijk and striker Brian Brobbey have been cut from the squad. The depleted list forces Xavi to reshuffle his defensive line‑up.
Results on this FIFA date will determine which teams progress to the quarter‑finals of the Liga das Nações. A victory would secure Holanda one of the two automatic qualification spots.
Brazilian broadcast and club updates
In Brazil, Rede Globo has removed Luis Roberto from its commentary team and appointed a new narrator for the Vasco vs Palmeiras clash. The change aims to freshen the broadcast ahead of the high‑profile derby.
Corinthians issued an official note apologising to São Paulo for a recent incident. The club’s statement sought to mend relations between the two sides.
Van Dijk withdraws from Netherlands squad for Nations League fixtures
The transfer market, known locally as Mercado da bola, also saw a goalkeeper depart Corinthians. His exit opens a spot in the squad for a potential replacement.
A midfielder secured a contract until 2029 after a 293‑million deal was agreed. The long‑term agreement underscores the club’s investment in midfield talent.
Together, the Dutch squad reshuffle and the Brazilian media adjustments illustrate how both football and broadcast worlds must adapt quickly when key figures become unavailable. All eyes now turn to the upcoming fixtures and the next round of coverage.