Ronald Koeman has named his final 26-man Netherlands squad for the 2026 summer World Cup, with Virgil van Dijk headlining.

Netherlands, who are yet to win the World Cup despite finishing runner-up on three occasions, have been placed in Group F for this summer’s tournament.

They will open up their campaign on June 14 when they face Japan at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. They will face Sweden four days later in Houston before concluding their group stage with a clash against Tunisia in Kansas City.

Oranje will fancy their chances of becoming world champions for the first time this summer and, when you look at their squad, they certainly have a chance.

Goalkeepers

Koeman has chosen three goalkeepers with Premier League experience. Mark Flekken was Brentford’s starting goalkeeper for two seasons before departing for Bayer Leverkusen this summer.

He has been named in the squad alongside Robin Roefs, who enjoyed a fine debut season in England’s top tier with Sunderland, and Brighton and Hove Albion’s Bart Verbruggen. The latter has already picked up 27 caps for his country and is expected to be their starter this summer.

Defenders

Netherlands’ strength is arguably their defence. Van Dijk is regarded as one of the best centre-backs in Premier League history and will be determined to lead his country to success. It will likely be his last attempt at World Cup glory.

Man City defender Nathan Ake features in the squad, as does Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber, Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven and Brighton & Hove Albion duo Jan Paul van Hecke and Mats Wieffer.

Denzel Dumfries is a menace going forward and features, while there’s also a spot for Chelsea’s talented youngster Jorrel Hato.

There’s no place for Manchester United’s Matthijs de Ligt. The 26-year-old, who has been capped 52 times by his country, has not played since November due to a back injury. Liverpool’s Jeremie Frimpong also misses out.

Midfielders

Frenkie De Jong was pivotal in Barcelona’s La Liga triumph this season. He is expected to start in the middle of midfield for the Netherlands this summer, alongside Man City’s Tijjani Reijnders and Liverpool’s Ryan Gravenberch.

Two midfielders from Serie A feature in Oranje’s squad: Juventus’ Teun Koopmeiners and Atalanta’s Marten De Roon. There’s also a place for Quinten Timber, twin brother of Jurrien, and PSV star Guus Til.

Xavi Simons misses out after rupturing his ACL against Wolves in late April.

Forwards

While Netherlands are stacked in defence and midfield, they don’t quite have the same strength of depth going forward. Still, they have enough attacking quality to fire them to glory this summer.

Netherlands’ all-time top goal scorer, Memphis Depay, has been given a place in the squad. The 32-year-old, who now plays in Brazil with Corinthians, has hit the back of the net 55 times for his country.

Gakpo will no doubt start for his side this summer, if fully fit. He has an impressive strike record of 19 goals in 48 international games.

There’s also a place in the squad for Sunderland’s Brian Brobbey, West Ham’s Crysencio Summerville, Bournemouth’s Justin Kluivert, Ajax’s Wout Weghorst, Roma’s Donyell Malen and Galatasaray’s Noa Lang.

Manchester United are closing in on their first signing of the summer transfer window, GIVEMESPORT understands.

United have been chasing two central midfielders before the summer window has even opened officially, and they may get one over the line before the 2026 World Cup kicks off in two weeks’ time.

With Casemiro departing the club following the end of his contract and United open to offers for Manuel Ugarte, two new signings are required in the middle of the park as newly appointed permanent manager Michael Carrick gets to work on improving his squad for European football next season.

Ederson set to be Carrick’s first summer signing

Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson has always been the number one priority signing and still make complete a move to Old Trafford, but even if they were to sign him, Carrick would be looking for another midfielder to bring in too.

And it looks like one they have settled on is Atalanta’s Ederson, after a breakthrough in talks this week.

There has been plenty of speculation about his future in recent weeks, with the 26-year-old left out of the Italian club’s final starting lineup of the season against Fiorentina.

Manager Raffaele Palladino said: “It was a choice agreed with the player because there is something happening in the transfer market. The fact that a player like him is being followed by such an important club should be a source of pride.”

Talks have been taking place between the two clubs for some time now and a fee is “close” to being agreed, according to GMS senior football correspondent Ben Jacobs.

He said: “Manchester United are close to agreeing a deal for Ederson. The player has already agreed a five-year deal and if all goes to plan that could be finalised before the World Cup.

Ederson will be free to join up with his new Manchester United teammates quickly

“It’s not done yet, but the fee that they’ve agreed on, including bonuses, is under €45million, so Manchester United have got it a little bit cheaper than Atalanta were hoping for and that’s because he’s only got one year left on his contract.”

The fee of less than €45million means United will be paying just under £39million in total to sign the ‘world-class’ 26-year-old Brazilian. Ederson was not named in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad for the 2026 World Cup, but United would be keen to tie up a deal before the chaos of the tournament unfolds and secure their first signing under Michael Carrick.

If you have ever been to Selhurst Park, you will have noticed that the home fans have an impressive repertoire of chants and terrace anthems, but one song in particular really gets the Crystal Palace fans going: Glad All Over.

Whether they are at home and it crackles on through the PA system before a match, or if they are on the road following their beloved Eagles on their various exploits in the Premier League, FA Cup and Europe, the Palace faithful will always answer the noble call to join in with the song that has become an enduring sonic symbol of their love for the South London club.

Here, GIVEMESPORT takes a look at the reason why ‘Glad All Over’ is a Selhurst Park anthem, as well as the history of the song, lyrics and more.

Why Crystal Palace fans sing ‘Glad All Over’

Broadcaster John Henty was the man who introduced the song ‘Glad All Over’ to Crystal Palace fans, having done so while working at Selhurst Park as the stadium announcer and sound engineer. Henty, who served at Selhurst Park for over three decades, played the song in early 1964 and it has stuck ever since, becoming synonymous with the Eagles.

So, why did he use ‘Glad All Over’?

“It seemed right at the time,” Henty said in a 2023 interview published on the official Crystal Palace website.

“It was in the charts. I didn’t play it immediately [in November 1963], but it went to No. 1 in January 1964, and that was probably the time I thought of trying it out.

“I liked playing the records – that was part of the job I really enjoyed, welcoming people and playing the music – and I tried one or two other things, like Herb Alpert. But Glad All Over went down particularly well, particularly with the kids.

“In those days, they were all around on the Selhurst terraces. They used to thump those advertising hoardings very loudly with Glad All Over – and that’s how it all started!”

A Crystal Palace match programme from a game against Peterborough United on January 25, 1964 references the song in a call from the sound system team for more ‘record requests’, confirming Henty’s recollection of the song’s rollout as a Palace anthem.

The section of the programme, entitled ‘How about those record requests’, stated: “During the past few months, we have played a number of record requests for our Supporters. If you would like a particular record played, then just drop us a line and we shall do our best to oblige. Our record of ‘Glad All Over’ certainly keeps your feet warm at Half-time anyway.”

Glad All Over Lyrics And Facts

Who wrote ‘Glad All Over’ And When Was it Released?

The song ‘Glad All Over’ was released in November 1963 by the English rock and roll band The Dave Clark Five. It was written by Dave Clark and Mike Smith. It reached number one in the UK Singles Chart and number six in the US Billboard Hot 100 Chart, helping to spark a rivalry with The Beatles during what became known as ‘The British Invasion’. You can read the lyrics of the song in full and listen to the song below.

Glad All Over Lyrics And Video

You say that you love me (say you love me)

All of the time (all of the time)

You say that you need me (say you need me)

You’ll always be mine (always be mine)

(Chorus)

I’m feelin’ glad all over

Yes, I’m a-glad all over,

Baby, I’m glad all over

So glad you’re mine

I’ll make you happy (make you happy)

You’ll never be blue (Never be blue)

You’ll have no sorrow (Have no sorrow)

‘Cause I’ll always be true (Always be true)

(Chorus)

Other girls may try to take me away (take me away)

But you know, it’s by your side I will stay

I-I’ll stay

Our love will last, now (our love will last)

‘Til the end of time (end of time)

Because this love, now (because this love)

Is only yours and mine (yours and mine)

(Chorus)

Other girls may try to take me away (take me away)

But you know, it’s by your side I will stay

I-I’ll stay

Our love will last, now (our love will last)

‘Til the end of time (end of time)

Because this love, now (because this love)

Is only yours and mine (yours and mine)

(Chorus)

So glad you’re mine, now (mi-i-i-i-i-i-ine)

I said I’m so glad you’re mine (mi-i-i-i-i-i-ine)

So glad you’re mine, now (mi-i-i-i-i-i-ine)

Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa (mi-i-i-i-ine)

Crystal Palace Fan Chants

‘Glad All Over’ is certainly a Selhurst Park favourite, but Palace fans have loads of tunes and chants for matchdays.

In recent seasons, often at the direction of goalkeeper Dean Henderson, fans have sung a version of Shakira’s ‘Waka Waka’ (certainly a song inspired by its chorus, anyway!) and come up with tributes to club legends such as Wilfried Zaha and Jean-Philippe Mateta.

You can read more about the best Crystal Palace songs and chants here!