Koeman sidelines Malen for Morocco clash

Donyell Malen is set to lose his place in the Netherlands’ starting eleven for the upcoming match against Morocco, according to the latest analysis on Studio Oranje. The assessment was made public by VoetbalPrimeur during the programme’s discussion of the Dutch national team’s attacking options.

The conclusion that Malen will be omitted from the lineup was drawn in Studio Oranje of VoetbalPrimeur. The show argued that alternative players deserve preference in the forward line.

The analysis highlighted the need to reshuffle the attack to improve the team’s balance. Coaches are urged to consider other options ahead of the Morocco fixture.

The host emphasized the player’s uncertain future. "Ja, ik denk dat Malen zijn basisplek kwijt is" was quoted on the programme.

Another segment added, "Brobbey is wel zeker van zijn plek in de spits en op rechts kan Koeman niet om Summerville heen. Dat betekent dat Malen niet in de basis gaat beginnen (tegen Marokko, red.)." This statement linked Brobbey’s assured striker role and Summerville’s right‑wing position to Malen’s exclusion.

The implication is clear: Malen will not start in the Dutch lineup against Morocco. The episode aired after the Netherlands secured a victory over Tunisia in the group stage.