Eriksen shared his emotions when scoring against the Netherlands

Speaking after the match in Amsterdam, Christian Eriksen shared emotionally on Dutch TV: “I feel like a player. football once again. It’s fun to prove I can still play.

It feels like I’ve never left the team. I was a bit emotional when I returned to Denmark, because I hadn’t played in a long time. I have barely missed a game in the last 10 years, and the Denmark team is like my family.”

Eriksen said of the special goal against the Netherlands in the second half: “I’m very happy, that ball came to my position and it was a good finish. Coming back to Denmark in this way is perfect.

I also feel welcomed by the Dutch fans. I played here for Ajax for many years, so they must have known me. But this is still a really warm welcome.”

Coach Kasper Hjulmand was also pleased with Eriksen’s performance: “It is special to have him on the pitch tonight. Eriksen plays well, helps Denmark speed up, has breakthrough passes and scores goals. I am very happy. when Denmark can continue to build their play around Eriksen.

The entire crowd on the pitch made Eriksen feel at home and even when he scored, they applauded. I want to thank all the Dutch fans for the warm welcome to Eriksen. It was a very emotional moment.”

Before Eriksen was introduced to the field, the Netherlands was leading Denmark 3-1. The former Ajax player hit a high-class shot to shorten the score to 2-3 for Denmark. So after 287 days from the match against Finland at Euro 2020, Eriksen has confirmed for both world I see you’re doing fine.

The Netherlands added a final goal from Bergwijn in the 71st minute and won 4-2 on aggregate. This is an important friendly match, helping the Netherlands and Denmark check their forces ahead World Cup 2022 takes place at the end of the year.