Van Marwijk: Dutch stars failed to shine

Holland coach Bert van Marwijk admitted his big names had failed to deliver as the humiliated Dutch departed Euro 2012.

Mon, 18 Jun, 2012 - 12:29

Holland coach Bert van Marwijk admitted his big names had failed to deliver as the humiliated Dutch departed Euro 2012.

A 2-1 defeat by Portugal last night ensured the World Cup finalists – one of the pre-tournament favourites – finished bottom of Pool B without a single point.

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