Netherlands Player Ratings After Important World Cup Victory

Had virtually nothing to do this match. When called upon, he was there and collected the ball. He was largely helpless for the single goal conceded. 

Functioned as a second right-winger due to Tunisia's deep defensive setup. Was occasionally slow to track back defensively, which sometimes left Van Hecke exposed in the opening stages. Nearly scored again and was involved in a goal. His link-up play with Malen was better than against Sweden. He was very fortunate not to concede a penalty for a clumsy foul in the box.

Matched the Netherlands' slow tempo and dropped deep when Tunisia attacked. In the first half, he twice failed to prevent Tunisia from creating chances. On one occasion, the striker was able to head the ball between him and Van Dijk, which is unacceptable. He also misjudged the ball for Tunisia's 2-1 goal from a set-piece. He made amends by heading the ball towards goal for the 3-1, which ultimately found the net via a Tunisian defender's head.

Needs to ensure the defense is much more organized than in recent matches. Despite the large scoreline, the Netherlands conceded too many chances. The Netherlands allowed Tunisia to come forward and tried to contain them around the penalty area. He retreated too far in one-on-one situations, which will be severely punished against stronger opponents.

Started in place of Micky van de Ven and struggled in transitions. This was also partly because the Netherlands generally had difficulty containing Tunisia. Tunisia was very dangerous on the counter, including down Aké's flank. This needs to improve against Morocco.

Had little involvement in the game due to Tunisia's playing style. The Netherlands also lacked the ability to dictate the tempo themselves, and Frenkie couldn't influence that.  

Worked hard to create space in the crowded area in front of Tunisia's goal. Struggled to find solutions on the ball himself but brought tempo to the team. Took Koeman's advice to shoot more from distance very literally, firing many wild shots at goal. This can't be the intention either.

Fits better in the number 10 position when Brobbey plays up front. He found space to get into the box, almost scoring the 3-0.

Made dangerous runs into the box and used his speed on the wing. This is what Koeman wants to see from Malen. Played a lot centrally and aimed to get the ball into the box. Sometimes also asked for the ball in behind along the flank. A solid performance from Malen as a winger.

Single-handedly ensured Memphis Depay can forget about a starting spot this World Cup. He scored again after just eight minutes, reacting brilliantly to a cross from Virgil van Dijk. Was always available for passes and linked up well with teammates. 

Was completely invisible in the first half. In the second half, at a crucial moment, he opted for a shot himself, even though teammates were free on the edge of the box. This was not his best performance for the Netherlands. He will need to be more dominant in the knockout stages.

Koeman has created a Dutch team that likes to attack. However, the Dutch national team is too weak defensively. They were too often caught out by Tunisia's counter-attacks. For now, it's enough to win the group, but there's work to be done for the knockout stages. Chances were conceded that would definitely cause problems against other nations.

Crysencio Summerville - Not enough minutes played
Noa Lang - Not enough minutes played 
Teun Koopmeiners - Not enough minutes played
Justin Kluivert - Not enough minutes played
Memphis Depay - Not enough minutes played