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Keeps clean sheet in win Van Dijk made two blocks, seven clearances and an interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Newcastle United.

Impact Van Dijk kept a clean sheet Saturday against a top-five team in the Premier League in what was his first appearance back from a hamstring injury he suffered in early January. He should remain in the starting lineup for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Van Dijk 'ready' to start for Liverpool at Newcastle

Liverpool center back Virgil van Dijk is on track to start at Newcastle on Saturday after sitting out for nearly six weeks with a hamstring injury

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On bench against Everton Van Dijk (hamstring) was included in the squad to face Everton on Monday.

Impact Van Dijk's return to the squad marks the end of a three-game absence for the central defender due to his hamstring issue. Barring any setbacks, the towering Dutchman should reclaim his spot in the starting XI sooner rather than later, perhaps as early as Saturday's matchup with Newcastle United.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Van Dijk (hamstring) will remain out for Monday's match against Everton, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "Virgil, I don't think he is that close already, but we will work on tha...

Impact This isn't an overly positive update on Van Dijk and there's a chance he's not back next weekend, either. He's been out more than a month with this injury and you don't want to return too quickly from a torn hamstring. The hope is that he can string some training sessions together and be an option soon, but it's looking closer to the end of the month for him.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Van Dijk (hamstring) was pictured in training with Liverpool on Thursday. His status for Monday's clash against Everton will likely be clearer after manager Jurgen Klopp's press co...

Impact Van Dijk has been out since early January with a hamstring injury, and he wasn't exactly playing in the best form leading up to it. Van Dijk is an undoubted starter in central defense when he returns to fitness, which a struggling Liverpool side will hope can come sooner rather than later.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still weeks from return Van Dijk (hamstring) remains a "couple weeks" away from returning, according to manager Jurgen Klopp.

Impact It's a proper hamstring injury for Van Dijk, who could return to light training next week, though that still keeps him out of the Feb. 4 league contest. As long as his recovery goes to plan, he should be back after that contest and in contention to start once Champions League returns at the end of the month.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cody Gakpo Liverpool debut: New signing to face Wolves in FA Cup as Virgil van Dijk warns of gap to Arsenal Cody Gakpo is in line to make his Liverpool debut when they host Wolves in the FA Cup at Anfield on Saturday. Virgil van Dijk is hoping for...

JANUARY 6, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Liverpool's Van Dijk to miss 1 month with hamstring injury

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk is expected to be sidelined for at least a month because of a hamstring injury

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out a few weeks Van Dijk will be out "for a few weeks" after suffering a hamstring injury midweek, according to manager Jurgen Klopp. "It's not a short-term and I had longer-term injuries as well...

Impact This could turn into a month-long absence for Van Dijk, as there are only two league matches in the next month. It seems most likely he'll miss those and if all goes well, will be available for the Feb. 4 contest. In his absence, Joel Matip, Joe Gomez and Ibrahima Konate will be options to start at center-back.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Virgil van Dijk injury: How long will Liverpool be without key defender after hamstring issue? Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk is set for a spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury he sustained in their defeat to Brentford.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Virgil van Dijk injury: How long will Liverpool be without key defender after hamstring issue? Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk is set for a spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury he sustained in their defeat to Brentford.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Expected to miss time with hamstring injury Van Dijk is expected to face a spell on the sidelines, as his hamstring injury is worse than feared, reports Paul Joyce of The Times.

Impact Van Dijk was supposedly fine after pulling himself at the half of the last match, but that doesn't seem to be the case. Fortunately, even if it's a regular hamstring injury, he may only miss two league matches, as Liverpool play just twice before a Feb. 4 contest at Wolverhampton. Also helping is that Liverpool are relatively healthy in the back, so Joel Matip, Joe Gomez and Ibrahima Konate could all see times.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sloppy Liverpool tumble again in loss at Brentford

Liverpool has lost more ground in the race for a top-four English Premier League finish after losing to Brentford 3-1 on Monday

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hooked at halftime Van Dijk was subbed out at halftime of Monday's 3-1 defeat against Brentford as a precaution after picking up a muscular knock, Jurgen Klopp told reporters after the game. "Virgil...

Impact Klopp said he did not want to take any risks with Van Dijk's fitness so Joel Matip replaced him in central defense for the second half of Monday's game. Van Dijk is expected to be fully healthy by the Jan. 14 match against Brighton.

JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three clearances van Dijk made three clearances during Friday's 2-1 win over Leicester City.

Impact van Dijk was a part of the Liverpool back four that conceded after four minutes before shutting out Leicester the rest of the way. van Dijk's three clearances led Liverpool in the win while upping his season total to a team-high 70.

JANUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cody Gakpo: Jurgen Klopp says PSV striker is a 'big' signing for Liverpool Klopp: Gakpo signing big for Liverpool | 'We didn't need Virgil van Dijk to convince him!' Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp discusses the arrival of PSV and Netherlands striker Cody Gakpo, and says Virgil van Dijk didn't take part in an...

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • SKY.COM

Scores rare goal van Dijk scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 3-1 win against Aston Villa.

Impact van Dijk netted his second goal of the campaign on the half volley. The big center-back is a set-piece threat and has consistently scored during his time with Liverpool, giving him some offensive upside. van Dijk also tends to pile up the defensive volume, with 67 clearances through 15 appearances, all starts.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Netherlands star Cody Gakpo signs with Liverpool, joins Premier League

Liverpool has made a major move for a World Cup breakout star, signing Cody Gakpo to reunite him with Netherlands teammate Virgil van Dijk.

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Netherlands star Cody Gakpo signs with Liverpool, joins Premier League

Liverpool eyes CL spots with 3rd straight league win

Liverpool has extended its winning streak in the Premier League by beating Aston Villa 3-1 to close the gap on the top four

DECEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

2022 FIFA World Cup: Top 10 HEATED moments ft. Emiliano Martínez, Luka Modrić, and João Félix

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DECEMBER 21, 2022 • Fox Sports

Martinez is Argentina's shootout star again at World Cup

Emiliano Martinez pulled up his shorts and danced a jig in front of Argentina’s fans

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi resumes World Cup quest as Argentina plays Netherlands

The World Cup quarterfinal match between Argentina and the Netherlands has all the ingredients of a classic

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Netherlands' Noppert on Messi in World Cup: `He's a human'

Andries Noppert is ready to face Lionel Messi if the Argentina star takes a penalty kick in Friday’s World Cup quarterfinal match

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Busy in win van Dijk made four clearances and three blocks, as well as one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against USA.

Impact van Dijk did well to clean up the US attacks whenever they got forward but was denied a clean sheet by what can only be described as a lucky Haji Wright goal. One of the top defenders in the world van Dijk will need to be at his best against Argentina or Australia in the quarter final.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Who is the Netherlands best player? Cody Gakpo, Virgil van Dijk among World Cup stars As the USA prepares to take on the Netherlands, The Sporting News looks at the Dutch players who will be the most dangerous across the pitch

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM