DENZEL DUMFRIES NEWS

Swings in four crosses against Spezia Dumfries won seven duels generated one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in 24 minutes in Friday's 1-2 defeat against Spezia.

Impact Dumfries provided a jolt off the bench, winning a PK on a deep foray, but also caused one with a hasty intervention in his box on the other end. He probably hasn't performed well enough to unseat Matteo Darmian, but the teammate is currently playing in the defense with Milan Skriniar shelved. He has provided an assist and added five shots (one on target), five key passes, 12 crosses (three accurate), and five tackles (two won) in his last five appearances (three starts).

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Udinese game Dumfries won six duels and had three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Udinese.

Impact Dumfries got the nod amid some rotation and turned in a solid shift on both ends, but Matteo Darmian will probably remain the starter until he fully gets back into shape. He has posted five shots (one on target), three chances created, ten crosses (three accurate), and four tackles (two won) in his last four appearances.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI versus Cremonese Dumfries won five duels and registered one shot (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Cremonese.

Impact Dumfries drew his first start of the year as Milan Skriniar was suspended, and Milan Darmian dropped to the backline and turned in a routine shift on offense. His form and minutes dipped after the World Cup, and he'll look to right the ship in the next few contests. Inter will host Milan Sunday.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Messi, Argentina advance to semifinals at World Cup

Lionel Messi’s quest to win the World Cup moves into the semifinals after Argentina beat the Netherlands 4-3 in a penalty shootout

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

World Cup 2022 odds: How to bet Netherlands-Argentina quarterfinals

Here's how to bet the Netherlands-Argentina match, from the moneyline, draw, Over/Under total odds and expert pick from Doug McIntyre.

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Transfer rumours; Man Utd eye Portuguese wonderkid; Arsenal's Dumfries play Thursday’s transfer rumours, including stories on Man Utd, Denzel Dumfries, Real Madrid, Jadon Sancho and more.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Van Gaal's World Cup with Dutch has hugs, kisses and dancing

Three wins from the title that has eluded the Netherlands, Louis van Gaal has filled his World Cup with hugs, kisses and dancing

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

World Cup 2022 highlights: USMNT falls to the Netherlands, 3-1

The USMNT came up short in trying to make the quarterfinal for the first time since 2002. Here are the top plays.

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Dumfries gets kissed as Oranje reach World Cup quarterfinals

Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal was so delighted with the 3-1 victory over the United States to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup that he leaned over and kissed Denzel Dumf...

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

U.S. has no answer for Dutch leading man Denzel Dumfries

Named for actor Denzel Washington, the Netherlands' Denzel Dumfries was unstoppable with two assists and a goal in the 3-1 victory over the...

DECEMBER 3, 2022

USA ousted from World Cup as Netherlands rolls, 3-1

Gregg Berhalter's team was thoroughly outplayed in a 3-1 defeat to the Netherlands at Khalifa International Stadium.

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Incredible in rout Dumfries scored one goal and assisted twice from one shot and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus USA.

Impact Dumfries put in the performance of his career for three goal contributions during Saturday's one-sided win. Dumfries and Daley Blind ran riot down the flanks picking team USA apart at will. Dumfries hadn't offered as much going forward before this showing but will hope to keep this going in the quarter final.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in three start Dumfries started and played every minute of the World Cup group stage, sending in five crosses.

Impact Dumfries and Daley Blind have been nailed-on starters at wing-back for the Dutch team, but neither have gotten forward frequently. Dumfries will potentially be tested defensively by the United States during the first round of the knockout stage, where he will be tasked with shutting down Christian Pulisic.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dutch not expected to emulate Germany with World Cup protest

The Netherlands is not expected to emulate Germany by making a gesture to protest host nation Qatar’s human rights record before Friday’s World Cup game against Ecuador

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting against Senegal Dumfries (knee) will be in the starting XI versus Senegal on Monday.

Impact Dumfries had been training with the squad in the lead-up to Monday's matchup and appears to be good to go. The midfielder is set to slot into a right-back role but should get forward and push the attack from the back line, making him a top-end fantasy target.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fitness test for opening game Dumfries (knee) posted a picture of himself training with a ball on Twitter Wednesday, but his status is still uncertain heading into the Netherlands' opening match against Senegal...

Impact Dumfries picked up a knee injury in the final club match before the World Cup break last weekend, and he will be a late fitness test for Monday's game. Jeremie Frimpong would be the likely backup option at right wing-back if Dumfries isn't fit enough to start, with Tyrell Malacia and Jurrien Timber also options at the position.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured travelling to camp Dumfries (knee) posted a picture of himself walking normally ahead of joining the national team on Monday to prepare for the World Cup.

Impact Dumfries departed Sunday's 3-2 win over Atalanta with a knock to his knee but the issue doesn't appear to be a major one if he isn't limping, wearing a boot or walking with crutches. Once he proves his fitness and gets into training with his Oranje teammates, Dumfries will be a key piece of the lineup as an attacking full-back.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes blow to knee Dumfries was replaced after 72 minutes of Sunday's 3-2 win over Atalanta due to a suspected knock to his knee.

Impact Dumfries will face some worry over his status now that the first game of the World Cup, Nov. 21 against Senegal, is only eight days away. As a solid attacking fullback, Dumfries should be a valuable asset for the Dutch squad if he's healthy.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Uncapped Xavi Simons in Dutch World Cup squad, Cillessen out

Uncapped attacking midfielder Xavi Simons has been included in the Netherlands’ World Cup squad while veteran goalkeeper Jasper Cillessen did not make coach Louis van Gaal’s roster...

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses sitter against Juventus Dumfries won three duels and one tackle and had two shots (one on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-2 defeat to Juventus.

Impact Dumfries assembled an okay-stat line on offense, but he squandered a major opportunity to score, as he was wide open a few meters away from the box on a feed by Nicolo Barella, but he sent the ball over the bar. He has scored just twice so far. He has logged four shots (two on target), 11 crosses (zero accurate), five tackles (three won), and three interceptions in the last five tilts. Inter will host Bologna Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Bayern Munich Dumfries (leg) didn't feature in Tuesday's 0-2 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Dumfries was completely spared, but more for rest purposes than because of a recent contusion. He should get the nod against Juventus Sunday. He has registered three shots (two on target), 11 crosses (zero accurate), six tackles (five won), and seven clearances in the last five matches.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE