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Dutch struggle to end Nations League winless run with Hungary draw

Memphis Depay's second-half penalty earns Ronald Koeman's side a point in Budapest

The Netherlands remain winless in the Nations League after being held to a 1-1 draw by Hungary in Budapest on Tuesday evening.

Ronald Koeman's side had taken the lead through Memphis Depay's penalty in the 18th minute, but Daniel Gazdag equalised for Hungary just 12 minutes later. The Dutch managed to create a number of chances in the second half, but they were unable to find a winning goal.

Frustrating display for Oranje

“It was a frustrating result,” said Koeman. “We played well in the first half and took the lead, but we couldn't maintain our level in the second half. We should have won this game, but we didn't deserve to.”

The draw leaves the Netherlands in third place in Group A4, behind Belgium and Poland. They will face Poland in their final Nations League game on Sunday, knowing that they need to win to avoid relegation to League B.

Key Points

• The Netherlands drew 1-1 with Hungary in the Nations League on Tuesday.
• Memphis Depay scored a penalty to give the Dutch the lead in the 18th minute.
• Daniel Gazdag equalised for Hungary in the 30th minute.
• The Dutch remain winless in the Nations League after four games.
• They will face Poland in their final Nations League game on Sunday.

Analysis

The Netherlands were the dominant side in the first half and took a deserved lead through Memphis Depay's penalty. However, they allowed Hungary back into the game with a soft goal from Daniel Gazdag.

The Dutch had a number of chances to win the game in the second half, but they were unable to find a way past Hungarian goalkeeper Péter Gulácsi. The draw leaves the Netherlands in a difficult position in Group A4, and they will need to beat Poland in their final game to avoid relegation to League B.

Conclusion

The Netherlands were disappointed to draw with Hungary on Tuesday, but they can still reach the Nations League Finals if they beat Poland in their final game. Koeman will be hoping that his team can find their form in front of goal and secure a much-needed victory.