Frenkie de Jong, despite not being at full fitness, played a crucial role for the Netherlands in their World Cup match against Sweden, completing 96% of his passes. In a recent interview, he shared his lifelong passion for football, emphasizing its enjoyment even under professional pressure. He praised Lionel Messi as the “perfect footballer,” reflecting on how he admired him during his early career. De Jong expressed his dream of winning the World Cup, believing the Netherlands has a strong chance in the tournament.
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