Flawless start, megastar in the making and two Swedish brain whisperers: do you suddenly have to take the Netherlands seriously?

The Netherlands started the World Cup in their own country with victories over Argentina 32-25 and Egypt 37-15. That makes the start better than the golden year in 2019. But favorite? That is not the team of national coach Henrik Signell. Outsider for a second world title? Certainly. Five reasons why the Netherlands can surprise.

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