December 09-the Netherlands lost to Argentina on penalties and was eliminated in the fourth final of the World Cup. After the game, defender Ake gave an interview.
Ake said: “it’s emotionally difficult to lose like this.” We worked hard and gave everything. The substitutes also did their best to change the game. ”
According to Ake, after two goals behind, the team never relaxed: “We are well trained to deal with this kind of pressure.” we really have a second weapon, with West Horst and de Jong. After that, we won a penalty and then lost like this, and it was really hard. ”
“We can keep our heads held high. We fought hard and everyone made their own efforts.”