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Football Icon Wesley Sneijder Spotted with Former Top Goalkeeper at Oranje's First World Cup Match

Two notable guests sat side-by-side in the stands of Dallas Stadium for the Dutch national team's opening World Cup fixture: Edwin van der Sar and Wesley Sneijder.
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Former international Wesley Sneijder had previously announced his intention to attend the World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This was confirmed Sunday evening when he appeared at the 'Oranjebus,' where a massive fan march involving some fifteen thousand supporters took place. The Dutch fans created an electric atmosphere.

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In the Stands in Dallas

Later that evening, the Netherlands' most-capped player traveled to Dallas Stadium for the national team's match. There, he sat alongside former Ajax director Edwin van der Sar. The duo shared significant successes with the Dutch national team and still hold the top two spots for most international appearances for the Netherlands.

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