Van de Donk Rejoins Netherlands Squad, Commits to 2027 World Cup
The 34-year-old midfielder returns from a seven-month knee layoff to bolster preparations for March World Cup qualifiers.
Overview
- Danielle van de Donk trained in Zeist with Oranje for the first time since last year's European Championship after a prolonged knee injury.
- She acknowledged months of pain fueled doubts about continuing internationally but said her motivation never disappeared.
- Head coach Arjan Veurink conditioned her recall on a pledge to continue through the 2027 World Cup in Brazil, a commitment she has made.
- She arrives in camp after debuting for London City Lionesses in January and scoring for the club earlier this week.
- The Netherlands play World Cup qualifiers away to Poland on 3 March and at home against Ireland on 7 March.