Cody Gakpo strikes again as Netherlands stroll to win over Qatar to top group

IN FORM: Cody Gakpo, left, celebrates his opening goal with Memphis Depay. Pic: Moises Castillo/AP

Cody Gakpo enhanced his growing reputation after becoming the first Netherlands player to score in each of his first three World Cup matches in a 2-0 victory over hosts Qatar.

The 23-year-old forward entered the tournament as one of the hottest prospects in Europe, with a number of top clubs closely tracking his progress after nine goals and 12 assists in 14 Eredivisie games for PSV Eindhoven this season, and his displays in the Middle East have only furthered his credentials.