(sabasports report)The Netherlands took on Turkey in the quarterfinals of the European Championship. Guler, Turkey’s rising star, set up Akaydin to open the scoring in the first half. In the second half, De Vrij headed a goal for the Netherlands, and Gakpo scrambled for an own goal. Gul hit the post as the Netherlands advanced to the last four with a 2-1 win over Turkey. The Netherlands will play England in the semi-finals.
In their last six meetings, the Dutch have recorded three wins, one draw and two losses, scoring 13 goals and conceding nine. Turkish players Demiral, Yuksek and Kokcu were absent for the match due to suspension. Midfielder Calhanoglu and defender Akaydin returned from suspension. Koeman, the Dutch coach, retained the starting 11 from the previous 3-0 win over Romania.