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Rafael Van der Vaart: After the first game our self-esteem evaporated 6.07.2012

The only player shown a part of his normal level, from the composition of the Netherlands - Rafael van der Vaart, stood before TV cameras immediately after the third match of group stage of Euro 2012. Netherlands lost with 1:2 from Portugal and fell for the first time in their history without a point.

"We just were not able to do anything at this European Championship. We played very badly, "admitted the scorer in yesterday's game.

"We lost three games, did not earn anything. I think after the first match against Denmark our confidence evaporates, we were not confident anymore. This was the key to everything. We had to start strong, to become more powerful and this does not happen, "explained Van der Vaart.

"Now what? Now we start all over again, "ended the disillusioned captain.

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