RVP: Dutch must now live up to expectations

Robin van Persie admits Holland face a challenge of expectation as they prepare to take on Australia.

Louis van Gaal’s side routed the defending champions Spain in their World Cup opener, giving full value for a 5-1 victory that might have easily been embellished further as the Dutch tore their opponents apart.

Van Persie and Arjen Robben each scored twice, turning in irresistible attacking performances that defied their status as underdogs going into the match.