Netherlands rules out Jurrien Timber for the World Cup; Lutsharel Geertruida called up
Dutch defender Jurrien Timber has been ruled out of the upcoming World Cup due to an unspecified issue. Lutsharel Geertruida has been called up to the national squad as his replacement.
Why it matters
The loss of a key player like Timber impacts the Netherlands' defensive strategy and roster depth for a major international tournament.
1 of 2 | Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber reacts during the Champions League final soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal in Budapest, Hungary, Saturday, May 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Denes Erdos)
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