Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has celebrated a huge personal milestone after making his 100th senior appearance for the Netherlands during their 2–1 Nations League victory over Serbia in Eindhoven on Sunday. He became only the 11th male player in Dutch football history to reach 100 international caps. �Liverpool FC +1The achievement is particularly significant because Van Dijk also captained the Netherlands on the historic night. His 100th appearance came almost exactly 11 years after his international debut against Kazakhstan in October 2015. Since then, he has established himself as one of the country’s most important defenders and leaders. �Liverpool FC +1Van Dijk’s milestone night was made even better by the result, with the Netherlands coming from a competitive encounter to secure a 2–1 victory over Serbia. The win moved the Dutch to the top of their Nations League group on goal difference. �Liverpool FC +1The Liverpool captain admitted afterwards that the occasion was emotional. His family was present, and he walked onto the pitch with his son before the match. Van Dijk said the achievement was something he had never dared to dream about when he was younger. �NOSInterestingly, Van Dijk has already suggested that 100 caps will not be the end of his international career. He remains committed to the Netherlands through the 2028 European Championship, provided he stays fit. �NOSFor Liverpool, the milestone is another reminder of the leadership and experience their captain brings back to Anfield. Van Dijk has now represented the Netherlands 100 times and continues to play a major role for both club and country.
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