Jan Paul van Hecke
BrightonCB
Back Line Anchor
Jun 8, 2000 (26)
Right
6'2"
174 lb
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Scores in Tunisia game
Van Hecke scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), six clearances and two tackles (one won) in Thursday's 3-1 victory against Tunisia.
Analysis: Van Hecke bagged the final goal of the game with a header on a corner that was heavily deflected by an opponent just in front of the line, but not enough to turn it into a own goal. He was on point in the back, but the Netherlands conceded again. He has tallied at least five clearances, amassing 17, and one tackle, totaling five (two won) in the first three tilts, adding two blocks and two interceptions during that stretch.
Six clearances against Sweden
van Hecke had one tackle (zero won) and six clearances in Saturday's 5-1 victory against Sweden.
Analysis: van Hecke delivered a solid and dependable display in Saturday's 5-1 win over Sweden, registering six clearances across 90 minutes as the right centre-back in a back four that was regularly tested by Sweden's directness but ultimately controlled the match with authority alongside Virgil van Dijk. The centre-back won one tackle and completed 71 passes, the second-highest among outfield players, demonstrating the composure and ball-playing ability that has made him a reliable partner alongside van Dijk across both group games. Heading into the knockout stage, van Hecke has established himself as a dependable and technically assured starter in this Dutch squad, and his ability to play out from the back and contribute to coach Ronald Koeman's possession-based build-up will be an important structural asset in the rounds ahead.
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